Medication-related tooth discoloration: a review

Authors:
  • CSCrispian Scully
    Crispian Scully
  • DMDimitrios Malamos
    Dimitrios Malamos
  • MSM Sulieman
    M Sulieman
  • MWMorag L. Watson
    Morag L. Watson
  • FBF.J. Trevor Burke
    F.J. Trevor Burke
  • SCSatinder Chander
    Satinder Chander
  • JRJeremy Rees
    Jeremy Rees
  • JLJane Lewis
    Jane Lewis
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Abstract
Tooth discoloration is a common problem for which patients seek dental care. Various medications can directly or indirectly result in tooth discoloration. As clinicians, it is our responsibility to know these therapeutic drugs which can cause tooth discoloration and educate our fellow colleagues to take necessary precautions when prescribing these medications. Therefore, the objective of this paper is to give an overview of the various medications that can be linked to tooth discoloration and to suggest the precautionary measures that can be taken to avoid or minimize it. Clinical Relevance: Dental discoloration potential of medications always needs to be considered before prescribing them.

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