Why are my bottom teeth more yellow than top?

The reason is that the posterior teeth are in the shadows, and would naturally look darker. And the lower teeth in a normal bite always appear behind the upper teeth, plus they're a little less prominent, so they will also naturally look darker.

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Why is my lower teeth more yellow?

Yellow Canines and Lower Incisors

Because canines withstand more wear and tear, they contain more dentin than other teeth. This extra thick dentin is covered with a thinner layer of enamel than other teeth. Thick dentin plus thin enamel is what causes these teeth to appear more yellow than others.

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How do I get rid of the yellow on the bottom of my teeth?

Use Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda

Using this mixture removes bacteria and buildup of plaque to get rid of surface stains. Create a hydrogen peroxide and baking soda paste and use it to brush your teeth. After that, use water to rinse the mouth. You can also create a mouthwash using equal amounts of each ingredient.

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Why are upper teeth whiter than lower teeth?

Because lower front teeth do not show as much, it is natural to have whiter teeth on the upper. In most cases, we do not have to do the lower teeth. There are three types of veneers: Traditional veneers, no-prep or minimum prep veneers, and direct bonding veneers.

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Why are only the bottom of my teeth whitening?

A lot of the time, the edges of your teeth respond more quickly to bleaching than the inner areas since the bleach can penetrate the enamel more rapidly. The center of your tooth has more enamel than the outside, so it takes longer to show results.

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How to Prevent Buildup on Bottom Front Teeth

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Should teeth be perfectly white?

Everyone's teeth are not the same. Variables in enamel thickness, as well as enamel shade, give off different colors other than white, which are perfectly natural. Myth #2: Yellow teeth are unhealthy. Teeth that are not perfectly white can still be healthy.

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Can yellow teeth become white again?

Can my teeth become white again after turning yellow? Yes, there are a number of ways that you can help whiten teeth again after they have yellowed, from changing toothpaste and mouthwash to dental hygiene appointments.

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Are yellow teeth reversible?

Tooth discoloration is reversible or not? Tooth discoloration is reversible or not is dependent on the cause of discoloration. Most of the extrinsic discoloration is reversible especially by reversing the cause of yellowing. It also depends upon the duration of discolorations.

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Why are my 4 bottom teeth yellow?

As you age, your dental enamel becomes thinner. This allows the dentin layer just beneath the surface to show through. This layer of your teeth is naturally yellow, and therefore gives your teeth a slightly yellow appearance.

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At what age do teeth start to yellow?

1. Their Permanent Teeth Are Starting to Come in. If your child is about 6-7 years old and their permanent teeth have started to erupt, you may notice that their permanent teeth look quite a bit more yellow than their baby teeth. Good news: this is normal.

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Why are my teeth healthy but yellow?

Natural Enamel Thickness & Translucency

However, the underlying dentin layer has a slightly yellowish color. This yellowish hue shows through the enamel in almost everyone, but more so for those with naturally thinner or more translucent enamel. So your yellow teeth may be perfectly normal due to your genetics!

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Why are my teeth yellow I brush everyday?

When the enamel is eroded so badly, in its thinnest form your inner layer can be seen, dentin. Dentin has a natural yellow color. So, if your enamel is transparent enough to show your dentin, your teeth look yellow even if you brush them every day.

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Are slightly yellow teeth a turn off?

In fact, both men and women commonly find yellow teeth a turn-off at best and a deal breaker at worst. Studies have actually shown that both men and women find yellow teeth a worse characteristic in a potential date than spotty skin or bad table manners.

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Can yellow teeth become white by brushing?

Brushing your teeth diligently helps remove harmful plaque and bacteria from your teeth but isn't effective whiten them.

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How are people's teeth so white?

The white of your teeth actually comes from the outer layer, the enamel. Healthy enamel is like strong bone and protects the inner layers of your teeth. Protecting your enamel is a good way to maintain white teeth. Some people still have naturally whiter teeth than others.

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How do dentists clean yellow teeth?

The dentist will either apply a protective gel to your gums or a rubber shield, like a mouth guard, before applying a kind of bleach to your teeth. At-home Bleaching: If you can't stay in the office for a few hours, another way a dentist can whiten yellow teeth is by giving you a custom-made tray to do it yourself.

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Why wont my teeth whiten?

If teeth whitening does not work for you, it might be because of the product you are using, the type of tooth stains or spots, or strength of the bleaching gel. Product type – Whitening toothpaste does not remove deeply embedded stains.

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Are my teeth stained yellow forever?

Thankfully, yellow teeth aren't forever. Not only can your teeth be whitened, but you can also adopt habits that keep them looking good. Use this blog to learn about why teeth become yellow, how you can fix them, and what you can do to prevent future discoloration.

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Why are my teeth yellow all of a sudden?

Enamel erosion – your tooth-protective layer can wear out, exposing the inner layer, the dentine that appears yellow. Pigmented beverages and diet – certain foods contain tannins like red wine, potentially leading to yellow teeth.

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Why wont my yellow teeth go away?

In most cases, the common cause for tooth discolouration is external staining as a result of drinking coffee, tea, or wine, or from smoking and other tobacco use.

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Are yellow teeth unattractive?

In most cases, yellow teeth are considered unattractive and, at times, can be mistaken for poor oral hygiene.

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What is the actual color of healthy teeth?

A light-yellow color indicates a strong healthy smile. The natural color of your dentin, the layer of tiny tubules that lies beneath your enamel and connects to the dental nerve in each tooth, is yellow.

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Does brushing 3 times a day whiten teeth?

#3 Brushing Isn't Designed to Whiten Teeth

Brushing your teeth is meant to remove harmful bacteria and plaque but not to whiten them. As recommended by your dentist, brushing twice a day is vital because it prevents cavities and tooth decay.

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Can too much toothpaste cause yellow teeth?

Excessive fluoride either from environmental sources (naturally high fluoride levels in water) or from excessive use (fluoride applications, rinses, toothpaste, and fluoride supplements taken by mouth) can cause teeth discoloration.

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