TEETH PROBLEM? (White spots)?

Question

I Have white spots...lik really white spots on my 2 front teeth.

What are they? How can i get rid of them?

Its not like i don't brush them, i do. Could it have to do with my braces that are now off?

(Actually, off a while ago)

Answer 1

Yes it could be the braces. I had a friend that had the same problem after he had his breces taken off. You just need to talk to your denitst

Answer 2

It depends... if the position of the white spots are on the EXACT location where the brackets of the braces were, then it might be because of the braces.

If not, then, those white spots might indicate early signs of either fluorosis or dental caries.

An advanced fluorosis might cause the tooth be brown and mottled, but a tooth experiencing early fluorosis appear abnormally white. Fluorosis can be avoided by either lessen down the frequency of tooth brushing (but not to the extend of less than 3X per day) or to lessen the amount of fluoride containing substances entering the mouth. Good examples of fluoride containing substances are fluoridated salt, tea, toothpaste, mouthrinse, and many more. About toothpaste, the recommended amount to be used is to put the toothpaste as much as only a pea-size. Then, spread it on the surface of the toothbrush.

If it's dental caries, then rectify your oral hygiene care. Check whether you brush your teeth properly or not. If you do, then check the toothbrushing method. Wrong toothbrushing method will not clean the teeth and mouth properly eventhough you do it as frequent as you can. Check whether you floss your teeth daily.

Answer 3

A number of factors can lead to the development of white spots on teeth. Sometimes these spots are caused by nutrition, genetics, or an excessive intake of fluoride, while other times they become evident after braces have been removed. Some children also develop white spots on their teeth as they are developing.

Usually white spots that appear on the teeth are actually areas of decalcified enamel and sometimes this problem can actually lead to the deterioration of teeth. Some dentists will tell you that the first evidence of tooth decay is a white spot lesion and by this description they mean that the tooth’s enamel has taken on an opaque color in the area where the cavity is beginning to form.

White spots on the teeth can appear after changes have occurred in the mineral content of a person’s teeth (which often happens childhood and leads to eventual deterioration of enamel if left untreated). White spots can also appear in connection with a condition called fluorosis, which is the result of having an excessive intake of fluoride. People who live in areas where drinking water contains a high fluoride level often encounter this problem.

White spot lesions are also commonly attributed to having braces. People with orthodontic braces often have trouble properly brushing their teeth and the result is a build-up of plaque. The acids in plaque can severely harm tooth enamel and eventually cause cavities. The first evidence of this type of tooth decay is the white decalcified enamel spot or lesion that becomes apparent when braces are removed.

White spots (or areas where enamel has become decalcified) can be extremely bothersome when braces are removed because usually the part of the tooth that has remained underneath the orthodontic bracket will remain protected from plaque, while bacteria continues to attack the area surrounding the brackets. This means that when braces are removed the teeth will appear stained by the brackets and small, square, discolored outlines will remain on teeth until they are treated.

Treatment options for white spots on teeth can include fluoride treatment, bonding and porcelain laminate placement depending on the severity of the problem.

Most people do not realize that sometimes having bright, white teeth isn’t necessarily a good thing. So, if you haven’t been brushing and flossing but you’ve noticed your teeth are getting whiter keep in mind you might be well on the way to decay.

Answer 4

i have that to it is just your roots inside your teeth

Answer 5

If they are from the braces...they are decalcifications....these are best treated with MI paste....(google it)

If they were there before...it could be from an injury internal to the tooth....then it would be a different treatment....

Talk to your general dentist for the exact determination.....

Answer 6

well usually it is called enamel hypoplasia. but since you did have braces it could be that the cement took off some of the enamel or just basically discolored it. it could be removed by the dentist. he would basically drill it out and put a tooth colored filling but that is all cosmetic and would probably cost an arm and a leg.