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What Causes Brown Discoloration On The Tooth Roots?

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Posted on Wed, 9 Nov 2016
Question: My question is dental, I think. I have had receding gums for years. however the gums have been generally healthy. Recently they have the part of the tooth root that has been exposed has turned dark brown. Brushing more vigorously in that area doesn't seem to matter, tho there's some improvement if I use hydrogen peroxide. This is affecting all of my molars and up to my canines. What could I have done to get this?
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Answered by Dr. Honey Arora (24 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Staining of the exposed areas of roots..

Detailed Answer:
Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern..

As per your complain brownish discolouration of the exposed portion of the roots of teeth can be due to staining of the teeth..
Other cause can be decay .

So please upload an image of your teeth here so that I can evaluate it and guide you appropriately towards treatment..
Also I would like to know that do you also experience sensitivity of teeth on eating hot and cold foods or fluids?
Do you have any medical problems like Diabetes?
Do you have tobacco chewing or smoking habits?
Are you on any medications?

Please revert back with answers..

Regards..
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What Causes Brown Discoloration On The Tooth Roots?

Brief Answer: Staining of the exposed areas of roots.. Detailed Answer: Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.. As per your complain brownish discolouration of the exposed portion of the roots of teeth can be due to staining of the teeth.. Other cause can be decay . So please upload an image of your teeth here so that I can evaluate it and guide you appropriately towards treatment.. Also I would like to know that do you also experience sensitivity of teeth on eating hot and cold foods or fluids? Do you have any medical problems like Diabetes? Do you have tobacco chewing or smoking habits? Are you on any medications? Please revert back with answers.. Regards..