I am 20 years old male. I'm having yellow teeth compared to others even though I don't consume alcohol, smoke cigarette etc. This thing is really affected my confidence. Please suggest me any solution for this. Does whitening kit buying online help or is there any treatment which is completely safe because one of the doctors i, ve visited told me that it is unsafe. Please help.

Dr. Yasmin Asma ZoharaDentist28yrs exp

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Cause of discoloration ? smoking, coffee, tea, drugs, aging, staining food (wine, blueberry, etc.) genetics. You may have a yellow bacterial film called ?plaque? that occurs naturally in mouth that can build up. If not removed it hardens to form tartar. Advise deep cleaning, polishing, whitening (bleaching) procedures, artificial enamel filling or capping. Advance procedures can be done with laser. Use snowdent tooth paste for whitening until then. Apply snowdent paste on the teeth. Wait for 10 to 15 min. Then brush your teeth with the same paste. Applying it overnight for better results. You may consult me in person. Dental tips: - visit a dentist every six months for cleaning and a thorough dental check-up. Limit sugary food to avoid tooth decay. Gargle your mouth thoroughly after every meal. Scrub gently to clean your tongue with a tongue cleaner. Floss all your teeth inter dentally & brush twice daily, morning & night, up & down short vertical strokes, with ultra-soft bristles, indicator brush. Tooth brush to be changed every 2 months.  

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Yellowish teeth can be due to poor oral hygiene or sometimes it is due intake of excess fluoridated water etc. Teeth whitening or bleaching of teeth can done after proper diagnosis. Because discoloration of teeth can be due to some extrinsic and intrinsic reasons. So after proper diagnosing the exact reason treatment can be done accordingly. Thanks. As of now maintain your oral hygiene with proper brushing and flossing.  

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Dr. Prakhar SinghGeneral Physician8yrs exp

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Certain foods that are high in tannins, such as red wine, are potential causes of yellow teeth. Some of the most common causes of tooth discoloration include drinking beverages such as coffee, soda, and wine. These substances get into the enamel of your teeth and can cause long-term discoloration. Let's have a detailed discussion to ensure a proper treatment plan. 

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