Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Dental problem
Has developed black stains or marks on front teeth. She used to thumb suck when she was young, first started on one tooth now on two teeth
Answers (4)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
Hello mam,
Firstly we will have to consult and examine what is the stain.
Whether it is dental caries or calculus .
If dental caries then filling has to be depending on extent of caries.
If calculus then proper scaling and polishing has to be done.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced dentist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+176
Black stains can just be because of standing or could be cavity. Needs to be checked properly. If just stains do proper cleaning. If cavity then needs fillings.
Next Steps
Need proper examination.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Hello. We need to identify if these stains are decays are just tartar and calculus being stuck on teeth. Can u help us with a photo, As this would help us identify the problem.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Dhruva Sarkari
Dentist
2 yrs exp
Vadodara
Some medications also causes black discolouration on tooth. Baby sleeping with her sipper bottle keeping in her mouth for the while night can also cause caries in front tooth of children. If the water in your area is having more l flouride content can also cause chalk white to brown to black stains on the tooth.
And poor oral hygiene is also the main cause of blackish discolouration. Rest, thum sucking habit will cause her teeth to protrude and not stain it. Make her stop it. Do visit your dentist near by. She is too young to undergo any vigorous treatments at this age. Please get her treated in time. Good luck.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.