There are a multitude of factors which cause discolouration of our teeth. Many completely beyond our control, others are lifestyle choices. Discolouration can be caused by medications, if you have been prescribed a medication by your doctor continue to take it.
Extrinsic Factors
These are what cause of teeth to discolour from the outside.
- Foods – oily foods and fried foods
- Drinks – red wine, coffee, tea
- Medicines – antibiotics
- Smoking
- Poor oral hygiene
Intrinsic Factors
These are what cause our teeth to discolour from the inside.
- Trauma to teeth, even trauma to baby teeth can affect the colour of adult teeth.
- History of disease – liver, kidney disease
- Medications – Roacctunae, Tetracycline, Amoxil
