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  Adolfo J Barrera DDS
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Can medicine harm baby teeth or second teeth?

Tetracycline is the only antibiotic that can cause irreversible color change to the second teeth. It is no longer prescribed for children under eight years of age. Chronic illness and long-lasting high fevers may cause changes in the developing permanent teeth, but medication will not.

Children's medications are colored with dyes and have a very high sugar content to make them taste good. Some pharmacies are adding flavoring to improve the taste. The combination of the dye and sugar may cause staining of the teeth. This stain is easily removed when the teeth are polished during a cleaning by the pediatric dentist.

For more information regarding children's dentistry, contact Dr B's office at (408) 920-7070.

Click below to read more about children's dentistry.

Primary teeth - something to smile about
Care of Primary teeth
Why restore primary teeth?
Dental disease and young gums
What about injuries to the baby teeth?
Dental decay - sealants
Mouthguards


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In San Jose California and the surrounding
Santa Clara - Los Gatos - Saratoga - Campbell CA areas.

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