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Grayish discoloration after braces removed10/24/2008 |
I had braces when I was a child in the 1970`s. My teeth were white prior to the braces. They took on a grayish color on the top third of the teeth (Upper and lower teeth) which did not go away once the braces were removed. I had cleaning and check ups every 6 months with her regular dentist. I had my teeth whitened professionally which did not help. I also had bonding done which wore off after a while. My son is about to get braces and I am wondering what caused the grayish discoloration in the first place and if this will happen to my son?
You can rest assured that braces do not discolor the teeth.
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Mark G Hans, DDS, MSD Professor of Orthodontics School of Dental Medicine Case Western Reserve University |