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Compared to plaque buildup and yellowing, white spots might not sound like a typical teeth issue. However, it\u2019s a more common cosmetic problem than you\u2019d think. You might even have these white spots on your teeth right now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, cosmetic dentists<\/a> have ways to get rid of them. Read on to learn the causes of white spots on teeth and how professional treatment can help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

White Spot Causes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

White spots don\u2019t have a single cause \u2014they have several possible origins, including bacteria, fluoride, and diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bacteria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bacteria often grow to excess in acidic environments like mouths, especially when you eat and drink acidic products. It then clings to dental surfaces and damages tooth enamel, producing white spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It only takes twelve to fourteen hours for plaque to build up enough to support bacteria growth. Remember to brush and floss your teeth daily to keep that from happening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fluoride<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Exposing your mouth to excessive fluoride can cause white spots on your teeth. The technical term for this is fluorosis, a condition that usually occurs in children when their teeth and tooth enamel are still forming. It usually stems from drinking too much fluoridated water, swallowing fluoride toothpaste, and taking certain medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Diet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your diet can also cause white spots on teeth. Because calcium is the foundation of healthy teeth, diets low in calcium-rich foods weaken tooth enamel and cause spots to develop. For instance, not having enough cheese, almonds, or leafy greens can lead to calcium deficiency. The resulting weakness in enamel is aggravated by acidic and sugary food that leads to tooth decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Professional Treatments for White Spots<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cosmetic dentists offer treatments that can hide or erase white spots from tooth surfaces. They include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n