- Drinking dark liquids that leave stains, such as soda, coffee, and tea.
- Using tobacco such as cigarettes or dip, which contains toxic tar.
- Intrinsic staining occurs within the teeth due to exposure to excessive fluoride during childhood.
- Poor brushing habits lead to excessive build-up of stained tartar.
- Ingesting of tetracycline antibiotics by kids ages 8 or younger
- Dental trauma, such as being hit too hard, can cause a tooth to die.
- Grinding teeth can lead to cracks and dark spots.
