I got prescribed Tetracycline for my acne. The dermatologist said that it won't stain my teeth since they are developed, but I'm worried it'll stain the inside of my teeth and my wisdom teeth.
2006-09-15 16:35:08 · 7 answers · asked by Xero 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
This was on "extreme makeover" last night. It said that it causes graying. They put some foamy stuff on and then hit it with an ultra-violet light
2006-09-15 16:47:08 · answer #1 · answered by straightandstalwart141 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Penicillin Tetracycline can weaken your hearing ability, but I am not sure if it can stain your teeth. I was given it by doctor to heal my tonsillitis problem in my childhood and now for the last 20 years I am suffering from hearing loss attributed to it. So, please check and double-check (have second professional opinion) before going with such powerful medicines.
2006-09-15 17:00:32 · answer #2 · answered by Hafiz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can stain your teeth as my sister had grey teeth because of it. If you only take it once It will not do anything, but prolonged use might stain your teeth. My sister was given it as a child, not an adult.
2006-09-15 16:45:25 · answer #3 · answered by pink9364 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The problem is internal to the tooth. That is why whiteners will not work. If it really bothers you see if your dentist will apply a veneer or cap to match the rest of your teeth.
2016-03-27 03:33:46 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they say they wont stain then they wont stain i suppose
2006-09-15 16:36:59 · answer #5 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I've taken it as an antibiotic & I've never heard of that. Have you done any research about it?
2006-09-15 16:37:42 · answer #6 · answered by Michelle *The Truth Hurts 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It can, I found these two articles, please read them:
http://www.locateadoc.com/questions.cfm/155
OR
http://www.locateadoc.com/questions.cfm/155
2006-09-15 16:43:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋