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Teeth color change after swimming
1 month ago i started noticing my front two teeth changing color (attached photo)
I went to swimming classes for 3 months may, june and july 2026. After that I've been occasionally swimming for practice
I have no idea if pool water is even the reason for this, I'm only mentioning swimming because i haven't started any new food habits, this was the only possible exposure i could think of.
What do i do regarding this?
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It is very difficult to analyse using the photo you have shared. But, if its just the front 2 teeth that have changed colour, I suggest you get it checked at a nearby clinic.
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There is stains built up on teeth
Kindly get scaling(cleaning) done
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It happenes when approx 5 hours a day time is spent in the pool as water there is acidic in nature .
Drink plenty of plain water during and after swimming and rinse mouth after swimming with same .
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Dr. Shavaita Suman
Dentist
3 yrs exp
Jalandhar
It is not 100% possible to diagnose by just looking at the photo but based on what you described, it looks like something called, swimmers calculus. It generally happens because of frequent exposure to chlorinated pool water.
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Get your teeth cleaned professionally as it won't come off with a brush.
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Make it a habit to rinse right after you swim and brush before hand.
If possible, check the water quality (pH) of the pool you're swimming in.
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Dr. Archana
Dentist
4 yrs exp
Kolkata
Hlo sir….after seeing the picture and the given history of swimming this is staining from pool water as long time exposure to acidic environment cause enamel wear and staining of teeth.As pool water contains chlorine as a prominent chemical it cause altering of enamel and subsequent staining of teeth.
Can u please tell me if sensitivity is present or not?
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Contact your nearby dentist and get scaling and polishing done.
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Rinse with fresh water after swimming and maintain good oral hygiene.
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Dr. Tarun Pandey
Dentist
13 yrs exp
Bhopal
Hello,
Swimming pool water can affect teeth, but chlorine itself is not usually expected to suddenly turn two front teeth with a different colour when the pool is properly maintained.
Research has documented "swimmers erosion" - erosion of enamel associated particularly with inadequately maintained, acidic chlorinated pool water.
Continue brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste.
After swimming, rinse your mouth with plain water.
If you notice sensitivity, avoid acidic drinks /food for now.
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