Why Does the Tooth Become Transparent?

Tooth transparency is observed as a translucent state of the teeth and the reason is loss of tooth enamel. Abrasions on the tooth enamel caused by various reasons can cause many different and serious problems, as well as the appearance of transparency in the tooth. If left untreated, tooth loss can occur. For this reason, if you notice that your teeth are becoming transparent, it will prevent possible tooth loss by applying to your dentist and entering a treatment process immediately.

As a result of tooth transparency, abrasions may occur on the enamel, but this will not make you comfortable at first and it may even be difficult for you to notice. However, enamel is a layer that protects teeth, so its thinning can cause some problems that will affect your quality of life. Toothache and aches, tooth sensitivity and bleeding gums are some of these problems.

So What Causes Transparency in Teeth?

There can be many different reasons for tooth transparency, which occurs as a result of eroded tooth enamel. This reasons;

• Consistent consumption of foods and beverages containing high amounts of acid
• In individuals with reflux disease, stomach acid reaches the mouth and teeth.
• Having a chronic illness that causes frequent nausea and vomiting, alcohol abuse, or a disease such as bulmia
• Tooth transparency may also be due to genetic factors. If you have a genetic disease known as enamel hypoplasia, typically defined as the absence of an important component of tooth enamel, clearing of tooth enamel may be inevitable
• In celiac disease, weakening and transparency of the tooth enamel can be observed.
  

What are the Symptoms and Treatment Methods of Transparency of the Teeth?

If there is wear on the tooth enamel and transparency as a result, symptoms such as the following can be observed;

• discoloration of teeth; If you notice a discoloration on your teeth, you should contact your dentist immediately because your enamel may be worn. In such a case, your dentist will apply a suitable method for the treatment of worn tooth enamel.
• If you have dry mouth, tooth sensitivity and pain in the teeth, you should still consult your dentist and get treatment as necessary. Your dentist will investigate the source of these problems and apply the necessary actions to you.
• Erosion of the tooth enamel can give symptoms as the transparency of the tooth tips. In this case, you should seek help from your dentist as soon as possible. Your dentist can treat you with different methods according to the loss of your tooth enamel. Composite filling treatment can be applied to stop the abrasions on your tooth enamel and the thinning of the tooth tips and to prevent them from causing different problems. With the composite filling, your tooth surfaces are protected and abrasions are prevented. If your teeth have lost too much enamel and this loss is close to the roots of the teeth, your dentist may recommend a crown treatment.

What Can You Do At Home To Prevent Enamel Loss?

If you are just observing the transparency of your teeth and the wear on your teeth is low, you can apply tooth enamel strengthening methods at home;

• Make sure you get enough calcium and adjust the acid balance of your foods well.
• Consume probiotic-rich foods such as yogurt.
• Take vitamin D regularly.
• Makes sure you drink enough water on a daily basis.
• Follow your oral care routine to use fluoride-containing toothpaste.