09/10/2025
🦷✨ “My child’s teeth look stained, is it decay?”
Ever noticed dark dots or a thin black line near your child’s gumline and wondered if it’s tooth decay? Don’t worry, it’s usually something harmless called black stains.
👉 What causes it?
🦠Natural bacteria in the mouth mixing with iron (from the diet or natural deposits).
Appears as dots or a line on the neck of the teeth, often on the lower front teeth.
💡 Important to know:
✅️It is NOT tooth decay.
✅️It doesn’t weaken or damage the teeth.
✅️It may come back even after cleaning.
✨ How is it treated?
A simple scaling and polishing at the dentist will remove the stains and leave your child’s smile fresh and bright again! 😃
So, if you spot these little black marks, don’t panic, just book a quick visit with us!
📍 Maytime Dental – Dr Sonam Balwanth
Natalia Commercial Center, 15 Charlesway, Kloof.
📧 drsonambalwanth@gmail.com
📞 063 845 8269
📞 031 764 0114