Almudena Herraiz, orthodontist: "Yellow teeth aren't just caused by poor hygiene."
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Maintaining good oral health is essential for enjoying an optimal sense of well-being. This requires paying close attention and practicing consistent and regular hygiene to prevent cavities or infections that can lead to more serious diagnoses.
Lack of proper cleaning can be noticeable in several ways . Tartar buildup on the surface of the teeth, as well as in the spaces between them, is one of the most common. Another of the most visible is the tooth's color , which can become more yellowish as we neglect brushing.
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However, this factor does not directly imply that it is caused by poor hygiene. In fact, many experts on the subject affirm this, reassuring many curious about the topic. One of them is orthodontist Almudena Herraiz, who leaves no doubt in one of her latest TikTok posts on the subject.
Reason for yellow teeth"Yellow teeth aren't just due to poor hygiene," the professional states in the video. The color of our teeth comes from a tissue within them, called dentin . The enamel, which is the outer layer, is translucent, reflecting the color of that part of the tooth , which can often naturally present this color range.
@almuherraizortodoncia Do you have yellow teeth and don't know why? 🟡 It's not always due to poor hygiene. In fact, the color of your teeth depends more on the inside than the outside. What really gives them color is the dentin, the inner layer of the tooth that is yellow. Since the enamel (the outer layer) is translucent, the dentin's hue is noticeable from the outside. The more yellow it is, the more yellow your teeth will appear, even if you brush thoroughly.
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"Obviously, hygiene and the food pigments we eat, for example, tobacco or turmeric, play a role. But many people with very good hygiene have much yellower teeth than others, because the inner layer of their teeth is much more yellow," the orthodontist explains in detail, based on the reason for this reality.
If you want to whiten your teeth, Herraiz recommends whitening. On the other hand, if you suspect that your teeth's yellow color is due to poor brushing and brushing habits, you can opt for a professional cleaning to keep them spotless and eliminate any potential risks to your oral health.
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