I am 17 year old guy I have been wearing braces from 6th december 2021 and I used chlorhexidine mouthwash for almost 2 months and now I have brown and yellow stains on my teeth. What can I do for it and should I be concerned about this ?will these stains be permanent? Please explain.

Chlorhexidine mouthwashes should not be used beyond 2 to 3 weeks. Thats the reason for the staining of your teeth. These are not permanent. Can lighten up by regular brushing and getting a professional teeth cleaning and polishing treatment.  

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Dr. Yasmin Asma ZoharaDentist28yrs exp

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Stop using mouth wash regularly. These stains are not permanent. Get it cleaned by a dentist.  

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Dr. Garima MalhotraDentist14yrs exp

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No,these staining are not permanent and it is nothing to worry about because you are using chlorhexidine that can be the cause of staining so stop using it.These stains can be cleaned by professional cleaning and also consult your orthodontist. Hope it helps. 

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Dr. AbiDentist14yrs exp

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Chlorohexidine mouthwash has a side effect i.e With continuous use it can do brown stains on the teeth. But Don't worry Switch from chlorohexidine to FRESHCLOR mouthwash or Chlorohexidine ADS or general add a pinch of salt in warm water and rinses 3-4 times a day, these don't do staining and give equal benefits just like the one you use. Regarding the Stains on your teeth Completely stop using, Follow general Oral hygiene protocol, stains will go on their own. You can go for 6 monthly scalings. Or at the end of your ortho treatment, stains can be removed. Send pictures as it will help in guiding you better. 

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Dr. Prakhar SinghGeneral Physician8yrs exp

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I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you. If you're sure that the staining is caused by the foods or beverages you're consuming, there's a simple home remedy that can often help whiten them again. Mix baking soda and water, and brush your teeth with it every few days to supplement your typical oral care routine. Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.  

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