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Cause of yellow teeth and how to overcome them

         Hello  fellow bloggers, here I discuss dental hygiene and health through the blog that I created. I hope  that by creating this blog, readers will further improve  their dental hygiene. before entering into the discussion here I introduce the background first. A person's beauty is not only seen from the look on this face or body posture and  even his skin , but from his smile.Why is that ? yes, because 50% of a person's beauty is in a smile . then what about someone who has a lack of dental health problems ?        a person's beauty will decrease which will affect a person's disinterest in their beauty and have an  impact on a person's appearance and self - confidence  necessary to look for causes - effects first and find solutions.

*Definition

       Yellow teeth or also called tooth discoloration is one of the dental and mouth problems that many people often complain about . This is caused by a lack of brushing  your teeth  and the habit of                consuming  caffeinated drinks  such as coffee , tea and excessive consumption of betel nut.

Tooth discoloration is divided into two categories based on the cause, namely intrinsic and extrinsic discoloration . intrinsic discoloration is a deeper discoloration of the tooth structure that can be affected  by aging, use of tetracycline drugs, non- vital teeth, or dental caries. whereas extrinsic discoloration is a discoloration that is caused by staining due to the color of the food and drink consumed.

* Yellow teeth signs and symptoms

        The signs and symptoms of yellow teeth are very easy to observe , namely the discoloration of the teeth and the color of the teeth, which tends to be dark yellow to blackish brown. this affects mouth disorders or caries,  such as bad breath or caries. There are several factors that cause yellow teeth , including:

• Rarely brush your teeth.

                Rarely brush your teeth will cause a buildup of dental plaque which is the root of the problem with your teeth. If you rarely brush your teeth or floss your teeth , you will see more yellow teeth.

• Food and drink  
  

                all circles of society certainly like to drink coffee , tea , and  drink that contain caffeine . on the other hand , if you frequently consume caffeinated drink it will interfere with dental health which can cause yellow teeth . the high caffeine content in coffee and tea will slowly erode the enamel on the teeth besides that caffeine has acidic  properties so prolonged exposure to acids can damage teeth and cause teeth  to change color.

• Brushing teeth too hard

                brushing teeth too hard  can damage the enamel layer so that it will expose the yellow layer of dentin.

• Smoke

                smoking is a habit for all people, it can cause yellow teeth because cigarettes contain tar and nicotine. this effect can last for a short time especially for people who are heavy smokers, this can even have brown and even black teeth after years of smoking. The results  of the study showed that 28% of smokers experienced discoloration  of their teeth up to 15% faster than non- smokers.

• overuse of  mouthwash

                Mouthwash is indeed very effective  in cleaning teeth and areas of the oral cavity that toothpaste might not be able to reach.  Unfortunately,many mouthwashes that are sold in the market have very high acid levels, so if you use mouthwash frequently , especially in large quantities , your mouth will become dry and eventually damage tooth enamel. 

• Aging

                As we age, the layer of enamel that protects teeth slowly erodes and fades. As a result, a layer of yellowish dentin will be exposed.The yellow color can get darker if you have a number of other dental problems, such as caries, cavities, and so on.

•  Certain drugs.

                Without realizing it, the medicines you take daily can also cause your teeth to change color. Some of the medications that most commonly cause discolored teeth : include Tetracycline and doxycyline antibiotics Glibenclamide , Chlorhexidine mouthwash Certain antihistamines Antipsychotic medication Medication for high blood pressure.

*yellow teeth treatment

1). medical treatment

Stains on yellow teeth can be reduced with a number of medical treatments. Here's a selection of ways to get rid of yellow teeth or whiten teeth at the dentist that you can try.Veneers,Whitening gel and strips,Whitening toothpaste,Dental bonds,Bleaching,Dental crowns.

2). home remedies

Here are home remedies that can help deal with yellow teeth.

a).Routinely brush your teeth twice a day with toothpaste that contains fluoride

b).Brush your teeth gently with a soft, soft-bristled toothbrush Brushing teeth

c). with baking soda and a solution of lemon juice and water

d).Scrub your teeth with salt

e). Avoid foods and drinks that are acidic and high in caffeine

f).Drink using a straw

g). Quit smoking

h). Check with the dentist regularly at least once every 6 months