Home
Meet the Staff
Dental Spa
Sedation Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Orthodontics
Dental Implants
Latest Technology
Conditions
Procedures
Post Treatment Info
Map / Hours
New Patient Forms
Insurance/Payment
Make Appointment
Ask the Doctor
Contact Us


Tooth Discoloration

discolored toothWhat Causes Tooth Discoloration?

Teeth become discolored for different reasons:

  • Drinking coffee, tea, or colas.
  • Some antibiotics may darken developing teeth in children.
  • Aging - The dentin underneath the enamel of a tooth gradually darkens with age.
  • Use of tobacco products.
  • Accidents - If a tooth has been traumatized, sometimes the nerve will gradually "die", and the tooth becomes dark.
  • After Root Canal Therapy, a tooth will generally darken.

What Can Be Done About Tooth Discoloration?

The four most common remedies for tooth discoloration are:

Each patient must be evaluated individually, so Contact Us to set up a Cosmetic Dentistry consult. Dr. Loar will discuss the appropriate options with you for your particular case.

Back to Top

Home | Meet the Staff | Dental Spa | Sedation Dentistry | Cosmetic Dentistry
Orthodontics
| Dental Implants | Latest Technology | Conditions | Procedures
Post Treatment Info
| Map / Hours | New Patient Forms | Insurance / Payment
Make An Appointment
| Ask the Doctor | Contact Us

© Copyright 2003- Dental WebSmith, Inc. and John R. Loar, DDS & Associates. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The information provided within is intended to help you better understand dental conditions and procedures. It is not meant to serve as delivery of medical or dental care. If you have specific questions or concerns, contact your health care provider.

Privacy Policy