Tooth discoloration can have various causes, just like most other symptoms. Finding the true cause means ruling out or confirming each possibility – in other words, diagnosis.
Diagnosis is usually a complex process due to the sheer number of possible causes and related symptoms. In order to diagnose tooth discoloration, we could:
Other than dental cavities, are there any white chalky spots, brown stains, or areas of pitting on your teeth?
Possible responses:
→ Don't know→ No, definitely not → Yes, on some teeth → Yes, on most teeth |