Teeth become stained for a variety of reasons and although genes influence how our body works, there’s still a grey area on whether discolouration is hereditary. Here’s what you should know.
Key takeaway:
- Teeth can get stained due to smoking, ageing, medications, poor oral hygiene and diet.
- There are genetic mutations that can cause teeth to weaken, appear blue, or feel sensitive to hot or cold temperatures.
- Tooth discolouration can be treated through in-office and over-the-counter teeth whitening procedures.
Talk to your dentist before trying any tooth whitening products to ensure they are safe.
Read more at https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/is-tooth-discoloration-hereditary/
Matthew Houlton BDS(Sheffield) MFGDP(UK)I’m Matthew Houlton, principal dentist and practice owner of Manor House Dental Practice.
Qualified from Sheffield dental hospital in 1993.
Post graduate training with Paul Tipton (Specialist Prosthodontist) from 2005-2007.
Diploma for Membership of the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) 2007.
Special interest in Orthodontics.
Yorkshire Deanary Fixed Appliance Training Scheme 2002-2004.
I have worked at York Hospital’s orthodontic department one session a week since 2009.
Member of the British Society of Occlusal Studies (the study of temporomandibular disorder).
I have two children, who keep me busy when I am not at the practice. I take a keen interest in and teach Aikido, a martial art, to keep a healthy mind and body.
