What to expect if a tooth turns gray. Gray teeth may not go back to their original color unless they're treated with whitening agents. If you don't get the results you want from at-home treatment, your dentist may recommend in-office bleaching or veneers.
Can grey tooth heal?
A tooth turning grey following an injury is a sign that the tooth is not receiving adequate blood flow. In some cases, the tooth will heal itself; however, it is common for the tooth to remain discolored or even die.30 Sept 2019
How do you fix a grey tooth?
- Brushing with whitening toothpastes.
- Brushing with natural tooth whiteners, such as baking soda.
- At-home tooth whitening strip kits.
- At-home bleaching kit prepared by your dentist, which contains a bleaching solution and fitted mouth guard.
Does a grey tooth mean its dead?
A dying tooth may appear yellow, light brown, gray, or even black. It may look almost as if the tooth is bruised. The discoloration will increase over time as the tooth continues to decay and the nerve dies. If you experience any symptoms of a dying tooth, it's important to see your dentist right away.22 Mar 2019
What do you do if your tooth turns grey?
- brushing with whitening toothpastes.
- brushing with natural tooth whiteners, such as baking soda.
- at-home tooth whitening strip kits.
- at-home bleaching kit prepared by your dentist, which contain a bleaching solution and fitted mouthguard.
What does a tooth turning grey mean?
Dental trauma is the most common cause of a grey tooth. Similar to your knee turning black and blue after a fall, your teeth can also become discolored following an injury. A tooth turning grey following an injury is a sign that the tooth is not receiving adequate blood flow.30 Sept 2019