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How to get White Teeth?
(26 Jun 2008)

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Smoking is the main case of tooth discoloration. Smoking or chewing tobacco stains the enamel off the teeth, leaving it yellow. Although these habits can lead to other dental problems, this discoloration in itself is not harmful to your teeth.


However yellow teeth can be extremely unsightly and therefore embarrassing. The only way to permanently rid yourself of this type of discoloration is to quit smoking.

There are various over the counter bleaching solutions and creams.


It is not advisable to use these products frequently as most of them contain hydrogen peroxide. Although hydrogen peroxide is effective in treating discoloration it often causes pitting of the enamel. This increases the chances of later discoloration as nicotine collects more easily on pitted enamel. In addition to this repeated use of hydrogen peroxide can weaken your teeth and even lead to mouth cancer. Caffeinated beverages like tea and coffee as well as colas, stain your teeth. Reduce your intake of these drinks and gargle your mouth thoroughly after drinking them.  The safest way to get rid of tooth discoloration is to brush your teeth with a pinch of soda bicarb. Rinse your mouth thoroughly and then brush your teeth with tooth paste as usual.
answered by G M on 26 Jun 2008, 12:56:49

 

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