Teeth Discolouration
Yellow, brown or grey staining that dulls your smile.
Understanding Teeth Discolouration
Teeth rarely stay pure white for life. Everyday food and drink, tobacco, ageing and some medicines can all leave them looking yellow, brown or grey. Some stains sit on the surface and lift away easily; others form deep within the tooth and call for a different approach. Once we know what is behind the discolouration, our dentists recommend the right fix — professional whitening to brighten natural teeth, or veneers and bonding where the colour change is built into the tooth itself — so you end up with an even, natural-looking shade.
The signs, and what’s behind them
Recognising teeth discolouration early — and understanding why it happens — is what lets us treat the cause, not just the surface.
Signs & symptoms
- Yellow, brown or grey teeth
- Uneven colour across the smile
- Dull, stained surfaces
- A single darker tooth after an old injury
Common causes
- Tea, coffee, red wine and cola
- Smoking or chewing tobacco
- Plaque build-up from poor cleaning
- Natural ageing of the enamel
- Some medicines and excess fluoride
- Injury or nerve changes inside a tooth
How we treat it
Dr. Khushbu Patel tailors the right treatment to your case — here are the options we most often use for teeth discolouration.
Not sure which option is right for you? A quick consultation with Dr. Khushbu Patel clears it up — honest advice, no pressure, and a clear plan for your teeth discolouration.
Frequently asked questions
Worried about teeth discolouration?
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