[Health Column] White Spots on Front Teeth After Braces: Causes and Removal Methods

 

hello, Smile Dental Clinic of Director Oh Su-hwan no see.

I finally took off my braces and couldn't help but smile when I saw my straight teeth...

That moment A white spot left on the front teeth You will be surprised when you discover it!

 

“Is it a cavity?”, “Can it be reversed?”

Many people actually visit hospitals because of these concerns.

 

Today, the teeth are White Spot What is this,
We'll explain everything from why it occurs to how to manage and treat it.

 

1. Why do white spots appear?

✨This is a ‘demineralization phenomenon’ that occurs when calcium is lost from the surface of the teeth.

White spots are not caused by tooth decay,
Demineralization, a phenomenon in which calcium is lost from the tooth surface It is created as follows.

 

📌 There are two main causes!

 

🔸 congenital factors

• When calcium is not evenly deposited during tooth formation

• If some parts are partially decalcified due to a specific influence

🔸 Acquired factors (poor oral care)

• Food and dental plaque around braces are not cleaned properly, allowing bacteria to create acid.

• The acid erodes the teeth and leaves spots.

 

 

✔️ Important points
White spots themselves rarely cause pain,
In many cases, it is not a serious condition that progresses directly to cavities.

  2. Can I relieve it at home?

✨Complete removal is difficult, but it can be blurred by managing ‘nutrient supply’.

 

White spot It's difficult to erase it dramatically at home.
However, through consistent management Mildly relieved It could be possible.

📌 A typical home care method — using 'Tooth Mousse'

🔸 How to use

• After brushing your teeth, apply to white spots using your fingers or other tools.

• Maintain for more than 3 minutes to supply minerals to the tooth surface

🔸 principle

• Replenishes calcium and minerals in teeth to alleviate demineralization

✔️ Rather than for immediate removal purposes For nutritional supply and management purposes It's close!
The more consistently you use it, the easier it is to feel the effects.

• (Example of Toothmus)

3. What treatments are available if I want to get rid of it professionally?

✨If you want quick and definite improvement, a dental approach is necessary.

If the white spot is large or noticeable,
By consulting a specialist A treatment that can be clearly seen There are some.

 

📌 1) Resin treatment

• Delete the spot area very finely

• How to fill with a resin similar to the color of your teeth to make it smooth
  👉 The most common and simple way
  ⚠️ However, there is a downside that the border area may become discolored over time.

 

📌 2) Laminate (including uncut laminate)

• A method of covering spots by attaching a thin film to the front of the teeth

• Recently, there are methods that require little tooth removal, resulting in high aesthetic satisfaction.

 

FAQ

Q1. Are white spots also cavities?

A1. Broadly speaking, it can be seen as a trace of early caries.
However, since there are many cases where there is no pain and the progression has stopped, it may not necessarily be a condition that requires treatment.

 

 

Q2. Will it disappear naturally over time?

 

A2. Spots caused by decalcification It is difficult for it to disappear completely naturally.
Although a slight blurring is possible, professional treatment is required if you want aesthetic improvement.

Q3. What is the most reliable method of prevention?

A3. Brushing your teeth is key no see!
Especially during orthodontic treatment, dental plaque can easily accumulate around the device, causing demineralization.
You need to take more thorough care of your teeth with a toothbrush or interdental brush specifically for orthodontics.

conclusion

White spots that appear after braces are not a serious disease, but
The confidence of a smile It is an aesthetic concern that can cause you to drop it.

 

✔ Relief with mineral supplementation at home
✔ If it is bothersome, consider specialized treatment such as resin or laminate.
✔ If you are undergoing orthodontic treatment, brushing your teeth more thoroughly is the most important preventive measure ✨

 

Above all, Because the treatment method that is appropriate for each person's current condition is different,
Choose the most natural and safe method through expert consultation do