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Why Do I Have White Spots On My Teeth?

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The day you get your braces off is an exciting day to say the least. You
can wait to see what you look like without a mouth full of metal and show
off that beautiful, perfect, white new smile. However, sometimes the results
aren’t what you expected. Yes, your teeth are straight and beautiful,
but some of you might notice white spots on the teeth that are lighter
in color than the surrounding area. Worry not! There’s an easy explanation
and an easy fix with Speaks Orthodontics.

What Are White Spots?

These white spots on your teeth can easily be seen due to their lighter
color than the rest of the enamel. In some case, the texture differs as
well. These spots are are do to worn down or removed minerals from a process
called demineralization.

Demineralization is a process that slowly eats away at the tooth and is
usually associated with eating and drinking items containing large amounts
of sugar. Just like cavities and tooth decay occurs, the sugar feeds the
bacteria in your mouth and adheres to the tooth. This bacteria produces
lactic acid that essentially destroys calcium, an important element on
your teeth.

Other Causes Of White Spots

Sugar is not the only culprit for white spots left on the teeth. Others include:

  • Too much fluoride
  • dry mouth
  • very acidic foods and drinks
  • poor oral hygiene
  • whitening strips
  • Disease

These can all lead to demineralization and are something to ask your orthodontist.

White Spots From Braces

With braces, it’s easy for bacteria to build around the braces and
appliances in direct contact with teeth. This plaque can accumulate on
the teeth’s surface and hide around the metal in your mouth. Eventually,
it will start to break down the minerals that your teeth need to stay
healthy. This isn’t your fault and often can’t be avoided.
The good news is, there are ways to fix this to give you the exact smile
you want and love.

Getting Rid Of White Spots

There are many treatment options to remove white spots on the teeth. These
treatments can eliminate or minimize the appearance to enhance your teeth’s enamel.

1. Remineralization Pastes & Kits

This can be over-the-counter or recommended by your orthodontist or dentist.
Some of our favorites include:

  • MI Paste
  • Sensodyne Repair & Protect
  • Remineralization Kit For Tooth Enamel & Mineral

If you decide to try one of these before consulting a professional, make
sure you are following the directions and know how to use them properly.

2. Avoiding Foods With Phytic Acid

Phytic Acid reduces the amount of phosphorus in the eat and binds with
calcium and other minerals. This is found in foods including:

  • Grains
  • Seeds
  • Nuts
  • Legumes

Don’t completely remove these from your diet as they are essential
to health. We encourage you to be aware of your intake.

3. Eat Vitamin & Mineral Rich Foods

Foods packed with vitamins and minerals are healthy for not only your teeth
but also your body. These will help rebuild your enamel and keep your
oral health in check:

  • Dairy products
  • Protein – meals, fish, eggs
  • Avocados
  • Oils – fish, coconut

All of these are essential nutrients that should be a part of your daily
diet, but if they aren’t, it’s time to start adding them.

4. Fluoride

Fluoride is a mineral found in the body that can either help strengthen
or weaken the teeth’s enamel by modifying the tooths structure.
We encourage you to make an appointment for a fluoride treatment if this
is something that interests you.

White spots can be bothersome when first looking in the mirror after you
get your braces off. However, there are multiple simple fixes available
to make your smile exactly how you want it. At Speaks Orthodontics, our
jobs not complete until you are 100% satisfied with your smile.

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LaPhonso S.
Loved my experience with Dr. Speaks and their team. All the the staff were super friendly and made me feel like they actually cared when I would go in. Had braces and got them off sooner than I expected and very happy with my results!! Highly recommend Speaks Orthodontics!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, LaPhonso! We're delighted to hear about your positive experience with our team and your satisfaction with the results. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
shareen M.
They have been so amazing with their follow up to all my questions. So much patience!!
Thank you
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, Shareen! We're glad to hear that our team has been helpful and patient in addressing your questions. Your satisfaction is our priority!
Wendy A.
Mijn dochter heeft hier haar beugel gekregen. Wat een geweldige orthodontist en team! Iedereen is zo professioneel en vriendelijk. M’n dochter ging altijd met heel veel zin naar de orthodontist. Ze stellen je helemaal gerust en vertellen je precies wat ze gaan doen.
Ook een groot compliment voor de Front Office. Erg professioneel en vriendelijk en zo behulpzaam en geïnteresseerd.
Dank allemaal voor de fijne samenwerking en het fantastische resultaat!
Response from the owner:Hartelijk dank voor uw positieve feedback, Wendy! Het is geweldig om te horen dat uw dochter zo'n goede ervaring heeft gehad met ons team. We waarderen uw complimenten en zijn blij dat wij hebben bijgedragen aan een geweldige samenwerking en resultaat.
Noah L.
Amazing doctor and team! Great overall experience! Dr Speaks led my 2 year plus Invisalign treatment (following a jaw surgery and stints in braces and aligners with east coast orthos) and gave me the best result possible! Affordable, flexible scheduling, and a friendly environment! Shout out to Elliot at the front desk!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Noah! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Dr. Speaks and our team. Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and we appreciate your shout out to Elliot as well. We're here to provide the best care and support for our patients!😁
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