{"id":1307,"date":"2021-11-04T21:54:35","date_gmt":"2021-11-04T21:54:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.windermeredentist.com\/?p=1307"},"modified":"2025-06-14T15:00:57","modified_gmt":"2025-06-14T15:00:57","slug":"what-causes-my-teeth-to-turn-gray","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.windermeredentist.com\/blog\/what-causes-my-teeth-to-turn-gray\/","title":{"rendered":"What Causes My Teeth to Turn Gray?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1308\" src=\"https:\/\/www.windermeredentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/smiling-gray-background-300x157.jpg\" alt=\"Smile with gray background.\" width=\"300\" height=\"157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.windermeredentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/smiling-gray-background-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.windermeredentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/smiling-gray-background-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.windermeredentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/smiling-gray-background-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.windermeredentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/smiling-gray-background-600x315.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.windermeredentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/smiling-gray-background.jpg 1430w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Many people put a lot of effort into their smiles\u2014a dazzling set of pearly whites is an attractive feature that does a lot to enhance your confidence! But sometimes your teeth can lose their radiance and become an unfamiliar shade of yellow, brown, or even grayish blue; how does this happen? There are many causes for tooth discoloration, and gray\/blue color is caused by a few specific things. Keep reading to learn more about what causes your teeth to turn gray and some things <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windermeredentist.com\/contact-us.html\">your dentist<\/a> says you can do about it.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What Causes Teeth to Turn Gray?<\/h2>\n<p>There are many possible causes for gray teeth, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tetracycline<\/strong> \u2013 This is an antibiotic that can turn developing children\u2019s teeth gray.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dental restorations<\/strong> \u2013 Sometimes the materials used to fill in cavities or restore teeth can cause discoloration.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Root canal medications<\/strong> \u2013 Medications, such as Ledermix and Ultracal XS, that are used during the root canal process can cause your teeth to turn grayish brown.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tooth trauma<\/strong> \u2013 When blood flow to a tooth is cutoff, the tooth can die and turn gray. Gray stains can also develop from trauma, sometimes months or years after the injury.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tooth decay<\/strong> \u2013 This can cut off the tooth\u2019s blood flow and cause the tooth to die and turn gray.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dentinogenesis imperfecta<\/strong> \u2013 This rare, hereditary disorder can make your baby and permanent teeth appear blue gray, in addition to making them much more fragile.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aging<\/strong> \u2013 Sometimes simply becoming older can cause your teeth to turn gray.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What Should I Do About My Gray Teeth?<\/h2>\n<p>Your dentist can assist you in determining what\u2019s causing grayness in your teeth\u2014depending on the cause, there are some possible options for treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Whitening treatments usually work best on yellow, not gray, teeth\u2014but you still might find some success with things like whitening strip kits, whitening toothpastes, and natural tooth whiteners like baking soda. At-home or in-office whitening treatments provided by your dentist are typically much more effective.<\/p>\n<p>Dental veneers are another viable option, as the thin coverings can nicely hide any visible discoloration. Crowns can be used for a similar effect. However, regardless of what treatment method you receive, maintaining good oral health will ensure that your teeth do not become further stained or gray.<\/p>\n<p>If you have teeth that appear gray, you should contact your dentist to discuss possible causes and treatment options. You shouldn\u2019t have to go through life with a dull, gray smile\u2014solutions exist that can restore your smile to a beautiful state!<\/p>\n<h2>About the Practice<\/h2>\n<p>The team at Windermere Dentistry goes above and beyond to provide every patient with a comfortable and personalized experience. The practice is led by Dr. Matthew McKissock and Dr. Rupal Thakkar, who both have several years of experience in a wide variety of fields. They\u2019re proud to offer many available services including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic options. If you have any questions about the article or would like to schedule an appointment, the practice can be reached through their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windermeredentist.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by phone: (407) 909-1099.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many people put a lot of effort into their smiles\u2014a dazzling set of pearly whites is an attractive feature that does a lot to enhance your confidence! But sometimes your teeth can lose their radiance and become an unfamiliar shade of yellow, brown, or even grayish blue; how does this happen? 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