Intrinsic Stains

We at Fresh Meadows Dental Care know how much patients value their white and shiny smiles. We’re proud to say that our whitening systems have helped many people over the years to combat the stains on their teeth. But some stains are too deep to be cleaned with bleach. These are intrinsic stains, and their causes are different from those on the outside.

Some intrinsic stains are the result of molecules from tetracycline antibiotics or too much fluoride entering the tooth while it was being formed. These stains are harmless and, while they cannot be removed, they can be covered with veneers. But most intrinsic stains are the result of trauma to the pulp of the tooth. This occurs due to infection or an injury which caused inflammation and could pose a serious threat to the patient’s well-being and comfort, as well as being a cosmetic issue. An infection could result in an abscess and spread to the rest of the bloodstream if it’s not stopped, and cause a great deal of pain on the way. The inside of the tooth must be removed with a root canal. Afterward, it may be covered with a veneer or a new crown.

Farid Hakimzadeh, DDS, operates Fresh Meadows Dental Care at 58-47 Francis Lewis Blvd., Suite 100, Oakland Gardens, New York, 11364. To schedule an appointment, call 718-224-7272 or visit FreshMeadowsDental.com and fill out a contact form.