Permanent Teeth and Yellow Teeth In Kids
Between the ages of 6 and 7, permanent teeth begin to erupt, and you may notice that the new teeth are slightly yellow. The reason why they are yellow is that permanent teeth have more dentin than baby teeth. Dentin is the yellowish second layer of the tooth and makes up the most significant part of the tooth.
Dentin And Nerve Canal in Kid’s Permanent Teeth
Protecting the pulp where the tooth’s nerve endings and blood supply are is the main purpose of dentin. Another reason you may see yellow teeth in kids is that the nerve canal is easier to see when the tooth erupts. The nerve canal is easier to see because the enamel of the permanent teeth is more transparent when they first emerge. The good news is over time, the enamel will harden and calcify, which means the yellow teeth become a consistent white colour.
Inadequate Brushing and Plaque & Tartar Buildup
It’s vital that your child brush their teeth at least twice per day, for at least two minutes. A solid oral hygiene plan is the best way to stop plaque buildup. Stopping plaque buildup means that tartar buildup will also be avoided. If you let plaque buildup, then the plaque will attract stains from foods and beverages. Once plaque turns into tartar, the yellowish-brown tartar will also make your kid’s teeth discoloured. The worst-case scenario is that excessive plaque and tartar buildup will lead to a dental cavity. To reduce the risk of teeth cavities, book a dental cleaning once you spot any yellow stains.
Thin Enamel In Kid’s Teeth
Tooth enamel is whitish, and the layer of dentin underneath the enamel is yellow. If the enamel is thin, the yellow dentin shows through more clearly, making your child’s teeth appear discoloured. In some cases, medical conditions lead to thin enamel.
Thin Enamel Medical Conditions
Enamel hypoplasia is the first type, a developmental defect resulting in inadequate enamel. The second type of medical condition is enamel hypomineralization. Enamel hypomineralization occurs when developing teeth don’t absorb essential minerals effectively, and the enamel coating remains vulnerable. Enamel erosion is the third most common cause of enamel lack in children and adults. You are already aware that enamel erosion in a kid’s mouth is caused by sugary drinks, starchy or sugary snacks, poor brushing habits, and genetics.
Schedule a Dental Appointment
As with adults, your child needs to get their teeth cleaned and a dental checkup every six months. In fact, kids should start going to the dentist soon after their first tooth erupts or around their first birthday, whichever happens first.
