10/09/2026
Doctor, I got my teeth cleaned… so why are they still yellow?” 🦷**
This is one of the most common questions we hear at the clinic!
Here’s the simple answer: **teeth cleaning removes plaque, tartar and surface stains—but it doesn’t change the natural colour of your teeth.** Whitening is a different procedure designed to lighten that natural colour.
As dentists, we first identify *why* your teeth look yellow before suggesting the right treatment.
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