{"id":214,"date":"2023-03-18T20:04:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-18T20:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/blog\/?p=214"},"modified":"2023-04-20T20:07:11","modified_gmt":"2023-04-20T20:07:11","slug":"what-to-know-about-gray-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myranchobernardodentist.com\/blog\/2023\/03\/18\/what-to-know-about-gray-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"The Reasons for Gray Teeth & How Your Dentist Can Help!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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There is no disputing the power of a bright, beautiful smile. As a matter of fact, according to a survey conducted by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 96% of people think a nice smile makes others more attractive. When asked what they first noticed about a person\u2019s teeth, one of the top factors was their color. However, not everyone naturally has \u201cpearly\u201d whites. Unfortunately, some people even have gray teeth. Read on to learn the causes of these unusually colored teeth and how your dentist can help brighten your smile<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Causes Gray Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The following are common reasons for gray teeth:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Genetics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For some people, no matter how consistent they are with their dental hygiene habits, they have a discolored smile. This can sometimes be attributed to genetics. Your family history can largely determine your tooth structure and color. For example, dentinogenesis imperfecta is a rare genetic condition that makes tooth enamel appear blue-gray or yellow-brown. It can even make the teeth weaker than normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dead Teeth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If a tooth has slowly turned gray over time, it may be because it has died. In the center of your pearly whites live dental pulp and nerves. If your tooth experiences any trauma or damage, it can cause those inner structures to no longer be alive, resulting in the tooth becoming dark in color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tetracycline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The antibiotic Tetracycline can cause underdeveloped teeth to turn gray. While most commonly affecting children under eight years old, it can also occur if the mother took the medicine during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can Your Cosmetic Dentist Help?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are tired of a dim smile, there\u2019s good news! Your cosmetic dentist can help with the following treatments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n