K00: Disorders of tooth development and eruption
K00.3: Mottled teeth
Every tooth consists of 3 sections: the crown, the tooth neck (cervix) and the tooth root. The crown is the visible part of the tooth. The tooth neck is covered by the gums. The tooth root keeps the tooth in the jawbone. The enamel is the white outer lay that is visible on the tooth.
There are different reasons why the enamel may change. One possible cause is receiving too much fluoride. Fluoride is a trace element that is responsible for the development of teeth. If someone gets too much fluoride, however, the teeth can get damaged. Fluoride can be assimilated via food or drinking water, for example. Many dental care products also contain fluoride. Certain jobs can also involve assimilating fluoride via the airways. Other reasons why enamel may change include changes to genetic information and certain drugs, for example.
White blemishes may form on the teeth. The blemishes may also turn brown. Enamel can also get damaged.
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