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Why does pain medicine ruin peoples teeth?
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Please explain: I have never read or learned anything about analgesics causing tooth decay or periodontal problems. If anything, people who prolong dental care by taking pain meds for toothaches instead of seeking care cause the loss of the teeth due to neglect. People who regularly visit their dentist for preventive care rarely have catastrophic problems.
Answered 9/16/2013
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Pain meds: Pain meds do not ruin teeth but addiction to pain meds can lead to behavior detrimental to maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
Answered 9/16/2013
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