[stoneydouglas]

I have recently noticed brownish stains on my bottom teeth that start at my gums and go about half way up. I brush twice a day, use mouthwash, and a tongue scraper to clean my mouth, but don't floss as much as I should. Who does? I am a smoker, but have been for a while and never have had this problem before. I have been on a health kick lately where I stopped drinking soda, cut out fast food and fried food, and try to eat a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables. I also began taking a Men's One a Day vitamin, along with a vitamin C pill. I have two whey protein shakes a day and at least 32 ounces of milk a day. I figured if anything, my teeth should be healthier. Is there any reason that any of this would contribute to my teeth staining??

[flossie]

What kind of mouthwash are you using? If it contains chlorahexadine that is what could be causing the staining. Try using a Sonicare toothbrush if you aren't already and concentrate it on the stained area.

[stoneydouglas]

It's Listerine antiseptic with tartar control mouthwash. I didn't see cholrahexadine as a listed ingredient. I've thought about trying a sonicare toothbrush before, I just use a regular manual brush now. Maybe I'll give that a shot.