What can be done to get rid of the gray stains on my teeth? (Photo)

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Recently I have noticed gray like stains forming near the edges of my teeth. They are mostly on my bottom front teeth but there is a little bit of staining on the top. I brush regularly, but because I don't like mint, I don't use toothpaste with whitening agents. No matter how much I brush, the stains are still there. What could be the cause and how do I get the gray markings to go away?

Thomas Dey, BDS, MSc · Answer

Thank you for your question.
Visiting a dental hygienist can remove most of the visible stains, but seeing a dentist at the same time will help any underlying causes of tooth discolouration that is not a result of staining - such as tooth decay (which also commonly appears darker that normal tooth) or inherent darkening that could benefit from tooth whitening.
Good luck with your visit -

Kind regards
Thomas Dey, BDS, MSc

Patric Cohen, DDS, FAGD · Answer

I would recommend getting your teeth professionally polished. Hard to tell but this could be just extrinsic staining from red wine, coffee, tea or even certain herbs. So first is a Prophylaxis.

Dushyanth Paul, MDS · Answer

Dear Taylor, 
I stains which are seen on lower teeth may be due to different reasons like extrinsic stain, or may be underlying decay.. The reason for the stains needs to be analysed.. The treatment varies from oral prophylaxis( cleaning ), teeth whitening or restoration of the decayed tooth.

Thomas Connelly, DDS - Account Suspended · Answer

Based on the photo, these stains can be from food, drinks or build up of plaque and calculus. I would recommend scheduling an appointment for cleaning, polishing, and possibly whitening. The teeth should be examined to rule out any cavities or decay.

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