Stained teeth are common dental condition, which may be cause by many different factors. As people age their teeth become darker in general, because their teeth mineral structure changes, which is a normal process. One of the major causes for stained teeth are the foods and drinks people consume. There are several foods and drinks that can stain your teeth and these include chocolate, soy sauce, curry, soda, red wine, tobacco, coffee and tea, and blueberries. Some people, who have been using the antibiotic tetracycline as kids, have stained teeth as well.

You can do several things to avoid staining your teeth. The first and most important is to maintain a good oral hygiene, brushing and flossing regularly. You can also avoid smoking, and drinking beverages that like red wine, coffee and tea, to prevent teeth staining. If you eat foods or drink beverages that easily stain teeth, clean up your teeth immediately after eating or drinking them.

If you are unsure what has caused your teeth stains, then visit your dentist, to determine the cause. Depending on the cause the dentist may suggest teeth whitening procedure to remove the stains and whiten your teeth.

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this article does not constitute medical advice and should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. If you have a health problem you should consult a licensed physician.

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