Your Mouthwash is Turning Your Teeth BROWN! - Red Oak Family Dentistry of McKinney (2024)

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Why does my mouthwash turn my teeth brown? ›

The mouthwash that turns your teeth brown is Crest Pro Health. Now, why does it turn your teeth brown? Crest Pro Health has an anti-gingivitis medication called Cetylpyridinium Chloride that causes these brown stains. Most of my patients notice these stains occur along the gum line and in between the teeth.

Some mouth rinses have dyes or colorings in them that can adversely affect the teeth and cause stains to occur giving off a “bluish” hue to one or multiple teeth. The dyes may stick more easily if poor hygiene habits are involved.

Hydrogen peroxide is a mild bleach that can help to whiten stained teeth . For optimal whitening, a person can try brushing with a mix of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide for 1–2 minutes twice a day for a week.

Brown mucus may also be called brown sputum or phlegm. The presence of tar, dirt, or old blood or inflammation in the lower portions of the throat and upper airways are the most common reasons for brown phlegm.

By rinsing at night, there is a much lower risk of your mouthwash interacting with what you eat or drink to produce additional staining. Using a mouth rinse, especially one that contains fluoride, is very important in the maintenance of oral health, as we have discussed previously on the blog.

Fortunately, you can enjoy that coffee or glass of wine with LISTERINE ULTRACLEAN ^® STAIN PROTECTION Antiseptic Mouthwash. It helps prevent stains by fighting the tartar buildup that discolours teeth.

Pour and Pre-treat: Pour Tide HE Turbo Clean Liquid directly onto the mouthwash stain. Make sure you completely cover it and let set for 5 minutes.

Crest's All Day Mouthwash is a favorite of Dr. Careswell because, “it's clear, reduces staining, contains zero-alcohol and has a fresh mint flavor.” It's also easily found at most drugstores, she continues.

Some mouthwashes can stain your teeth – look out for a chemical called 'chlorhexidine' and if your mouthwash has it, it's going to stain your teeth. Corsodyl is great for treatment of mouth infections, but it contains chlorhexidine, so is very important for patients to know that it will stain your teeth!

How Do You Reverse Tooth Discoloration? If the tooth discoloration is not severe, you may be able to reverse it just through the lifestyle changes explored earlier. If the tooth discoloration is severe, your options include: Veneers and bondings.

Why do old people's teeth turn brown? ›

Aging. As you grow older, your tooth enamel wears thinner. This exposes more of the underlying dentin, which has a yellowish hue. As a result, your teeth may appear slightly more discolored as you age.

In adults, low vitamin D status can lead to gingivitis and periodontal disease. Does vitamin D deficiency cause yellow teeth? Yes, vitamin D deficiency can show up as yellow teeth. Yellow or brown spots on teeth are a symptom of rickets, a condition caused by chronic low levels of vitamin D.

Respiratory infections

Seeing dark brown in your mucus or yellow mucus can be a sign of an ongoing respiratory infection, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, or even chronic sinus infections. These infections often cause the mucus to become discolored as a result of white blood cells fighting off bacteria or viruses.

Similarly, if you're wondering whether to use mouthwash before or after brushing, there is a general consensus that using it after brushing is more effective for your oral health. Anti-microbial properties of oral rinses can be diminished if you brush your teeth right after.

Tartar – The bacteria in your mouth form a sticky layer on your teeth called plaque. If left untouched, plaque will eventually turn into a hard substance called tartar that can turn brown.

Clinical significance: Among the mouthrinses tested, Listerine Cool Mint group exhibited the most tooth discoloration, while Colgate Plax demonstrated the least noticeable color change.

Various factors can cause brown teeth in adults, including poor dental hygiene, consumption of staining foods and beverages, use of tobacco products, certain medications, and health conditions. It's important to consult with a dental professional for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

The good news is that these stains are just surface stains that can be removed with abrasive whitening toothpastes and dental cleanings at the dentist. If you are undergoing chlorhexidine treatment and you have any concerns, whether it's staining or anything else, always be sure to communicate with your dentist.

It is advantageous to recommend a whitening dentifrice that has demonstrated stain suppression when prescribing a chlorhexidine rinse.