How to get cigarette stains off teeth

Cigarette stains are usually surface deposits that professional scaling and polishing can reduce after an examination.

Smoke residue adheres to enamel film, plaque, and calculus, while internal color and restorations behave differently.

Use gentle fluoride brushing and interdental cleaning; avoid abrasive scrubbing.

See a dentist if stain persists or comes with sensitivity, bleeding, or a cavity.

Ask whether the color is surface stain, calculus, intrinsic discoloration, or a restoration.