Yellowing of teeth usually happens gradually and although it does not cause problems in most cases, it can cause an unpleasant appearance in your smile. You may also think that the cause of yellowing of teeth is lack of hygiene, but the fact is that various factors can cause yellowing of your teeth and even your children. One of the common reasons why people visit the dental clinic is yellowing of teeth. And.... This complication can originate from external and even genetic factors.... We will introduce you to the various causes of this problem... ### 1- Tooth decay One of the most common causes of yellow teeth is the formation of plaque and tartar on the teeth, which is caused over time due to lack of brushing and flossing. Foods that you eat with food or use in food preparation can also cause yellowing of teeth.. - Berries - Soy sauce - Some vegetables - Fruits - Potatoes - Tomatoes - Pasta sauce - Curry spice - Balsamic vinegar ### 3-Consumption of colored drinks Drinks such as coffee, coke, tea and even alcohol contain compounds such as chromogen, which is the main factor in the production of pigments and sticking to the teeth, causing discoloration and stains on the teeth... ### 4- Erosion of tooth enamel In general, the teeth are made up of 3 layers, the most important of which is the white color and it is made up of minerals, that is, the tooth enamel... Under this transparent and beautiful layer, there is the tooth enamel, which is almost yellow in color, and with the loss of the tooth enamel due to old age, excessive wear and tear caused by the consumption of various foods and drinks, it becomes visible. As a result, one of the reasons for the yellowing of the teeth is the placement of the tooth enamel. One of the common causes of tooth yellowing in children is trauma and injury. suddenly The teeth are affected by various factors such as falling and ... in this situation, the formation of tooth enamel is disrupted and the teeth turn yellow.... In adults, trauma can also cause teeth discoloration.... In general, falls, traffic accidents, and sports injuries can result in the least discoloration of teeth.. 6- bruxism or teeth grinding Teeth grinding usually happens involuntarily or as a result of psychological pressures such as: stress, anger, etc.... This situation causes decay and loss of tooth enamel in the long term, and as a result yellow dentin appears... ### 7- Aging Aging is one of the natural processes of life.... over time and with the passing of years and with age, tooth enamel is lost and wears out and tooth dentin becomes visible... ### 8- Heredity and genetics The clarity and shine of the teeth is different in different people and one of the important reasons for this is heredity and genetics... This is the only reason that no matter how much you observe oral and dental hygiene, you still cannot return the color of your teeth.... If you have such a problem, note that compared to other people, you have to go to the dental office for an examination of your teeth in a shorter period of time... Using some antibiotics such as tetracycline, Doxycycline and.... cause tooth color change... Also, antihistamines such as Benadryl, antipsychotic drugs or blood pressure drugs are also other causes of teeth yellowing... ### 10-Tobacco consumption One of the common side effects of smoking is the formation of yellow and brown spots on the teeth, which affects the beauty of your smile.. Although the use of fluoride has many benefits, if consumed in excess, these substances instead of being useful, cause yellow-brown spots called fluorosis.... Fluoride exists in various sources, such as: yeast paste, if you don't use water, paste to teeth, change the color of your teeth... ### 12-Dental orthodontics When using some dental treatments such as orthodontics, because it becomes very difficult to care for and observe oral hygiene, the possibility of complications such as yellowness and stains on the teeth increases. Having some diseases and undergoing a series of medical treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy can indirectly affect the teeth and cause them to change color.. - Liver problems - Celiac disease - Calcium deficiency - Eating disorders - Metabolic diseases ### 14-Pregnancy Hormonal changes during pregnancy have extensive effects on the teeth, and the formation of yellow spots on them is one of the most important... Stomach reflux and repeated vomiting cause stomach acid to come into contact with the teeth and eventually cause stains and yellowing of the teeth.... ### 15- Tooth denervation The materials used to fill the teeth can also cause the teeth to turn yellow over time... > **Composite materials and veneers are very susceptible to color change due to their porosity, and they can easily change color and stain if oral hygiene is not followed.** ### 16- Yellowness of teeth from the point of view of traditional medicine In traditional medicine, the main reason for yellow teeth is the type of diet and the coldness and warmth of people's temperament... According to experts in this field, the change in the color of teeth is due to their bilious temperament... Treatment of yellowness of teeth During the examination of your teeth, depending on the cause of their yellowness, the dentist uses different methods according to your needs to remove the discoloration of the teeth. - Teeth bleaching - Dental bonding - Dental laminate ### Tooth scaling The first solution to remove the yellowness of the teeth is scaling in the dental office.. This solution is the cheapest and most reliable way to treat the yellowness of the teeth, and it can be used as often as the dentist diagnoses... ### Teeth bleaching Bleaching means whitening the teeth... In this method, the teeth are first cleaned and scaled, and then a whitening gel is used... This gel targets the pigments in the tooth enamel and helps the teeth shine... ### Dental Bonding When a person's teeth cannot be treated in any way, the dentist suggests bonding.... In this method, a white material suitable for the color of the teeth is used and a layer is placed on it.... Then with the help of a special light, this layer is completely hardened and hardened so that the yellowness of the teeth is completely hidden and the person has a beautiful smile.... ### Dental laminate.... The last way to remove the yellowness of the teeth, which is actually also a cosmetic method, is to use various types of dental laminates... in this way, in addition to whitening Teeth, their appearance defects are also corrected... home treatment of yellow teeth... You can also treat the yellowness of your teeth at home by observing the following: - Regular brushing and flossing - Using special toothpaste to remove stains - Coconut oil with sesame oil as a mouthwash - Toothbrush with baking soda paste - A solution of apple cider vinegar and water as a mouthwash #### The last word Yellowing teeth is one of the most common dental problems that can be treated and solved with any origin and cause.... You can easily use all teeth whitening services in a well-equipped clinic like Dr. Azadeh Khaljian's office and enjoy a beautiful smile again.