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Can constant use of antibiotics cause tooth decay? suffer constant ent infections so need antibiotics regularly and teeth seem like they are decaying?
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No: Some medications cause xerostomia or dey mouth which can cause tooth decay but antibiotics is usually not a cause
Answered 2/21/2017
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No: Unlikely. But practice good hygiene and observe for dental or gum pain.
Answered 12/28/2016
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