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Teeth turning yellowish and bad smell
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I have observed that my teeth have started to become yellow and there is a sense of bad smell from my mouth
What can I do to make my teeth look good and foul odor.
Overbrushing and harsh brushing are the main factors of teeth turning yellow. The damage caused by over brushing is irreversible. It causes wear off of enamel making teeth appear yellow.
If the yellowness is due to stains and calculus then it can be removed by ultrasonic scaling.
Go through the blog in the link below for more details.
Next Steps
Visit dentist for clinical examination.
Do not try any home remedies. They lead to tooth sensitivity.
Health Tips
"10 Dental Commandments for Happy Teeth!" by Dr.Rashmi Bamane - https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/10-dental-commandments-for-happy-teeth-40426/post
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Yellowness of teeth can be extrinsic or intrinsic. You may have deposits on your teeth or discolouration may be because of foods or medications. Bad smell can be because of cavities in teeth or gum disease.. Smoking, dry mouth and certain medical conditions can also be the reason.
Next Steps
You need a thorough check up by a dentist who will tell you whether you need scaling and polishing, Bleaching of teeth can be done if needed.
Health Tips
Regular brushing and flossing will help in maintaining oral hygiene.
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