Patients often ask us “how do teeth get stained?” The simple answer is that there are more than ten reasons that teeth accumulate stains over time. Preventing future stains and treating existing stains is more effective once you understand what stains your teeth.
Does biology affect women’s dental health or men’s dental health? The short answer is yes. Hormones especially estrogen and progesterone do influence gum health especially during changing life phases which result in shifts in hormone balance. In some cases, testosterone balance may also affect oral health.