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How to Get Rid of Stains on Teeth and Keep Them from Coming Back!

Key Takeaways:

  • Consumption of certain foods, beverages, and tobacco can cause unsightly stains on the teeth. 
  • Trauma, certain diseases, metabolic disorders, and specific medications can also cause teeth discoloration. 
  • Dr. Van Dyke, of Island Tower Dentistry in Marco Island, Florida, explains how to remove stains from teeth and prevent them from coming back.
  • Professional in-office teeth whitening is the most effective way to remove stains and brighten your smile. 
  • When all else fails, dental veneers can mask unsightly stains and discoloration, allowing you to smile with confidence.  

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How Do You Know if Your Tooth Is Infected? Signs and Next Steps

Key Takeaways:

  • Many Americans are not familiar with tooth infections or equate them with tooth decay, which is responsible for dental cavities.
  • Also known as a “dental abscess,” a tooth infection is caused by harmful bacteria invading the tooth pulp or surrounding gum or bone tissue. 
  • Delayed treatment for a tooth infection can result in significant damage to teeth, gums, and jawbone and cause medical complications in other parts of the body. 
  • Preventative measures and early treatment are the best means of keeping tooth infection at bay. 
  • The Southwest Florida dentists at Island Tower Dentistry monitor all patients for tooth infection and provide emergency dental services for those suffering from severe oral infections.  

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