Your morning tea, a coffee with a friend, dinner after a long week: your teeth are part of everyday life. If you have noticed their colour changing, start with curiosity rather than blaming yourself.
Tooth colour changes for different reasons
The NHS lists ageing, smoking, and regular coffee, tea, or red wine among reasons teeth may look darker or stained. Natural colour also differs from person to person.
A change is a reason to ask questions. A dentist can discuss what you are noticing and whether there is another issue to address first.
Describe the change you have noticed
Explain whether the change is across your smile or in one area, how long you have noticed it, and whether anything else feels different. Mention any dental work you have had.
You do not need to diagnose the cause before asking for help. Specific observations simply make the conversation more useful.
Be realistic about whitening
Whitening changes tooth colour. Ask your dentist whether it suits your teeth and what outcome is realistic.
Read the appointment process, check the price, and ask how the provider compares your starting and final shades. Those details help you make an informed choice.
Keep enjoyment in the picture
Looking after your smile should fit into a life you enjoy. Ask for practical advice about your usual habits and the care that matters for your mouth.
Our London price guide and appointment guide help you prepare questions. To speak with ishSmile before choosing a slot, call 0207 173 5298.
Sources & further reading
Written by the ishSmile editorial team as general reading, with independent sources linked below. These sources may describe dental treatments that differ from our product-guidance visit. Our team does not provide personalised dental advice or a clinical assessment.
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