Are bottom teeth darker than top?
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Are bottom teeth darker than top?
Most people’s teeth are slightly different shades. For example, your canine teeth are darker than the rest of your teeth and your bottom teeth may be darker than your top teeth (pause to look in the mirror).
Why are my bottom teeth darker?
Your enamel starts to thin over time, causing the underlying layer known as the dentin to show through. This can make the teeth appear darker. Tooth enamel can also be stained from the outside.
Why are the bottom of my teeth whiter than the top?
White spot lesions may be due to fluorosis (overexposure of fluoride to the teeth), enamel hypoplasia (thinner development of the enamel on teeth), demineralization of the enamel on the teeth, low calcium diet, and poor oral hygiene. The good news, though, it’s treatable and can be reversed.
Should all teeth be the same color?
Everyone’s teeth are not the same. Variables in enamel thickness, as well as enamel shade, give off different colors other than white, which are perfectly natural.
Why are my top and bottom teeth different colors?
The reason is that the posterior teeth are in the shadows, and would naturally look darker. And the lower teeth in a normal bite always appear behind the upper teeth, plus they’re a little less prominent, so they will also naturally look darker.
Can you whiten bottom teeth?
The great thing about whitening is that it is completely up to you on how you want to do it. You can choose to whiten both the top and bottom teeth at the same time or you could whiten the top teeth first and later whiten the bottom teeth if you so choose. It really all depends on your preference.
Why are my teeth two different colors?
Aging: As you age, the outer layer of enamel on your teeth gets worn away exposing the yellow dentin. Your tooth dentin also grows as you age, which decreases the size of the pulp. The translucency of the tooth reduces, making it look darker. Genetics: Thicker and whiter enamel runs in some families.
What Colour are teeth naturally?
Enamel is on the surface of every tooth and it has a natural hue of white. However, the underlying dentin layer has a slightly yellowish color. This yellowish hue shows through the enamel in almost everyone, but more so for those with naturally thinner or more translucent enamel.
How can I whiten my bottom teeth?
Combine 2 teaspoons of hydrogen peroxide with 1 teaspoon of baking soda and gently brush your teeth with the mixture. Limit the use of this homemade paste to a few times per week, as overuse can erode your tooth enamel. You can buy hydrogen peroxide online. a whitening toothpaste.