When you have yellow teeth, it can take away your confidence as well as your desire to smile every day. To prevent yellow teeth, try switching up what you drink and eat while also improving your oral care routine. For immediate and long-lasting results, consult the professionals at Xpress Whitening.

Below you will find a few reasons why some people may get a yellow stain on their teeth, as well as how to prevent stains, and how to maintain those pearly whites.

Wear and Tear

When you advance in years, many people’s teeth inevitably turn yellow. Enamel wears away by chewing and the acids that come from your food and drinks. Enamel also gets thinner with age. For this reason, most people’s teeth will yellow eventually. Others may have a gray-tinged stain on their teeth.

Genetics

Many people find that tooth color is inherited. If you have a parent with yellow teeth, you will probably get yellow teeth also. Natural tooth colors (other than white) include gray, reddish brown, reddish gray and reddish yellow.

Foods and Drinks

Some foods that can cause stains include pasta sauce, berries, and spices. Drinks such as tea or coffee can discolor teeth. You should also avoid soda and sports drinks with artificial coloring if you want whiter teeth.

Dentin

When your enamel gets thin, the dentin underneath the enamel shows through. This phenomenon results in yellow-looking teeth. Dentin is a brownish yellow material that sits inside your teeth under your enamel. The dentin is the reason why you see yellow teeth in the mirror every morning. When your enamel remains thick, it covers up the dentin. However, the dentin will not block any stains that build up on the surface of your teeth.

Smoking Cigarettes

Smoking cigarettes for an extended period cause yellow and brown stains to form upon your teeth. If you haven’t already quit this not-so-good habit, now is the time to stop.

How to Prevent Yellow Teeth

Professional cleanings, as well as brushing and whitening treatments, should act as your go-to solutions for getting the stains off of your teeth. You must thoroughly brush your teeth twice a day to prevent surface stains. You should also floss your teeth once a day to prevent the stains between your teeth. Don’t take up smoking. If you currently smoke, quit today. Don’t eat and drink foods or beverages that can cause your teeth to stain. If you must eat or drink foods and beverages that can affect the appearance of your teeth, rinse your mouth out with water after ingesting them.

Since most people’s teeth will get yellow as they age, you should make an appointment with the professionals to keep those pearly whites white. Xpress Whitening has the trained staff and specialized tools to keep that mouth of yours smiling. Call us at 469-340-3200 today to schedule an appointment. Your teeth will thank you.