The truth about yellow teeth

Let’s set one thing straight: yellow teeth don’t exactly mean an unhealthy mouth. In fact, the strongest and healthiest teeth are not white by nature. They’re a bit more yellowish than that. How so?

Your teeth have translucent outer coverings called enamel. Beneath it is a hard tissue called dentin and it has a naturally yellow color. So it’s in the genes, really. It just so happens that some people are born with thicker enamel, which effectively hides the dentin and gives the teeth a brighter color.

But your yellow teeth may also be because of the drinks you consume. Coffee, tea, milk tea, and fruit juices have components that may stain the enamel. If this is the case, oral whitening procedure, oral prophylaxis, or dental veneers can easily counteract your stained teeth issues.

Plus, there are other dental issues that may need your immediate attention. Misaligned teeth, for one, should be treated immediately. Your teeth may be prone to tooth decay and periodontal disease if they are overcrowded or widely spaced. So you can deal with that issue by getting S-aligners, dental braces, or tooth removal to get rid of overcrowding.

You don’t really have to be ashamed of your yellow teeth. And if someone teases you for it, just do the science talk to shut them up (works like magic).

Originally published in Shopmag Online

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