What Causes Sudden Teeth Discoloration With History Of Cellulitis?

Posted on Tue, 19 Aug 2014

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Tue, 19 Aug 2014 Answered on

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Question : Hello doc
Suddenly, My 20 months kid teeth start discoloration . it get bluish and transparent
My boy has cellulitis. Got antibiotics prescribed ( ofloxacin ). Could this be reason of it.
we are trying to give him brushing habit but we cant do much about it.

thanks
XXXX

Answered by Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari (42 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Ofloxacin is safe

Detailed Answer:
Hi
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Dear Ms XXXXXXX

Ofloxacin is a sfae antibiotic and not the cause for discolouration of teeth. If he is on Iron syrup or drops that could be the likely cause for discolouration. Tetracycline group of antibiotics are to be avoided.

Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.

Take Care

Best Regards
Dr Deepak

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari (11 minutes later)

thanks doctor,
Other then this
Appy and Spi-XT Cyrps along with fusys-dt tablet to treat his bad dandruff and itchy skin, could they cause discoloration, will they become fine over the time?

thanks XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Flucanozole tablet not recommended

Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms XXXXXXX
Fusys -DT that is Flucanozole tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 3 years of age. Shampoo based treatment is safe.

Take Care

Regards
Dr Deepak

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar