Tooth Discolouration

If your teeth are discoloured, you may notice:

• White streaks or spots on the teeth
• Yellow, brown, or dark stains and pits
• Uneven colouring or dullness across your smile
• Discolouration that affects one or multiple teeth

If you notice these signs, book an appointment promptly. Early evaluation helps determine the right treatment for you.

Teeth can become discoloured due to external or internal factors, such as:

• Surface stains from coffee, tea, wine, or smoking
• Excess fluoride exposure during childhood
• Use of tetracycline antibiotics early in life
• Previous root canal treatments or trauma to teeth
• Thinning enamel revealing the yellow dentin beneath with age

Understanding the cause is important to select the best treatment option.

Our dentists will assess the type and cause of discolouration and recommend suitable treatments, including:

• Professional Teeth Whitening: Custom take-home bleaching kits with whitening trays made to fit your teeth perfectly.

• Composite Bonding: Colour-matched resin applied to cover stains or minor damage.

• Crowns or Veneers: Thin ceramic shells or restorations that cover and protect severely discoloured or damaged teeth.

Our goal is to safely improve your smile’s brightness while maintaining your dental health.

To keep your teeth bright and healthy, our Mount Waverley dentists recommend:

• Limiting foods and drinks that stain teeth, like coffee, tea, and red wine

• Avoiding smoking and tobacco products

• Maintaining excellent oral hygiene, including regular brushing and flossing

• Visiting your dentist for professional cleanings and check-ups

• Using a straw when drinking staining beverages to reduce contact with teeth

Don’t let tooth discolouration hold back your smile. Book your tooth discolouration treatment at Pinewood Dental Group in Mount Waverley today and take the first step toward a brighter, more confident smile.