Yellow teeth
Yellow teeth are perfectly natural however many people think it is unnatural and a sign of an unhealthy lifestyle. As with most humans we all have different genetic make ups and as a result some people will have darker teeth whilst others will have whiter teeth. So rest assured yellow teeth are perfectly natural.
Teeth are made up of 4 main parts; the enamel, dentine, cementum and pulp. The pulp and the cementum are found beneath the gum but it is the enamel and the dentine that cause yellow teeth. The enamel is the hard outer part of the tooth that surrounds the yellow dentine beneath. The enamel of your teeth is semi translucent which means that the colour of the dentine beneath shows through.
How yellow your teeth are depends on:
- The Thickness of the Enamel
- The colour of the dentine beneath the enamel
- Your dental care routine
Obviously the thicker the enamel the less translucent the tooth will be meaning that less of the dentine can be seen. The natural colour of your teeth is largely determined by how dark a yellow colour your dentine is but poor dental care can also make a difference. If you don’t take care of your teeth then the enamel can become damaged by bacteria and disease.
Discoloured or stained teeth is not the same as having yellow teeth, the yellow is intrinsic. Staining is on the tooth surface and can easily be removed by a hygienist. Staining can be prevented by limiting the amount of coffee & red wine consumed, smoking and eating curries can also stain and discolour teeth.
Is there any treatment to make my teeth whiter? Yes, it may be possible to acheive a whiter brighter smile by teeth whitening also known as bleaching!
Bleaching is quick, inexpensive, and can be accomplished in the comfort of your home or if you prefer with our in surgery Zoom 2
Why have discoloured, stained or ageing teeth when with our state-of-the-art whitening process we can brighten your smile?