Published on 12, July, 2020
Since fourteen years old I have had remarks on the yellowness of my teeth. I presume it is because I’m autistic and my sugary diet and inability to brush properly or care for my teeth properly. Dentists say that some people have yellow teeth naturally.
Really? REALLY? Come off it. I think it’s nonsense that natural yellow colouring could ever get commented upon. I wonder if this is an issue for anyone else?
I'm now 57 and I still hate brushing my teeth.
I guess I’m not alone in that either.
You can really have yellow teeth, whether you brush or not. It is a fact, and the dentist was correct.
I myself have been a dental nurse, and I know this is true from learning my job, and especially having seen and worked in so many mouths.
Sometimes it just happens. Sometimes it’s down to medication, sometimes food (or coffee), but it’s not often associated with not brushing teeth., as this would lead to build up of plaque which tends to be around the gaps, and base of the teeth where food collects.
The surface of the teeth is covered with enamel, and when this disappears gradually with regular brushing, over the years it can lead to slight discolouration.
You can easily whiten teeth using safe products from the dentist, but you won’t get this as an NHS treatment, as it’s cosmetic. The teeth will lighten gradually, but will never be that ridiculous bright white that some celebs pay for.
Thank you for this information.