We all know that eating too much sugar is bad for your teeth, in fact, many drugs may also hurt your teeth, the following is a summary of dental experts may damage the teeth of the common drugs. Asthma inhalers Just like nitroglycerin for heart patients, beta agonists such as salbutamol and terbutaline are “life-saving drugs” for asthma patients, but some studies have found that the acidic ingredients contained in them may corrode the teeth. Asthma patients use this type of medicine is divided into mist and powder, the powder is more likely to remain in the mouth, so that the teeth are corroded, turning brownish yellow. At this time, if you lick it with your tongue, you will feel that your teeth become rough, and in time, it will cause tooth decay. Therefore, after using inhaler, you should rinse your mouth in time and clean your teeth by brushing, etc. It is recommended to see a dentist 3 times a year if you have conditions. 2. Antibiotics There are more cases of tetracycline teeth in the past due to the use of tetracycline. Most of the tetracycline teeth only affect the aesthetics, but also some of them affect the normal development of teeth. Following medical advice to take whitening therapy can improve the color of teeth. In addition, prolonged use of high doses of antibiotics may cause fungal infections in the mouth, which may appear as white spots on the lips and mouth. During the period of taking such drugs, the use of antifungal mouthwash as prescribed by the doctor can relieve discomfort, if necessary, should also go to the regular hospital stomatology consultation. 3. Anti-allergy drugs Paracetamol, finasteride, etc. can relieve many allergy symptoms, and some cold medicines also contain these ingredients. As these drugs have antihistamine effects, salivary glands secrete less saliva, leading to dry mouth, which may further trigger periodontal disease, and in serious cases, may appear loose teeth, or even fall out. Chewing sugar-free gum and drinking more water can temporarily relieve the oral discomfort caused by this drug. 4. antihypertensive drugs Nifedipine and other calcium antagonist antihypertensive drugs may cause excessive gingival hyperplasia and inflammation. Some antihypertensive drugs can also cause lesions in the oral mucosa, often manifested as rashes and ulcers on the lips and cheek mucosa, etc. The above should be promptly informed to the doctor and treated with steroids as prescribed by the doctor. In case of serious symptoms, other antihypertensive drugs can be used under the guidance of a doctor. 5. Anti-osteoporosis drugs? Long-term use of bisphosphonates may cause jaw bone infection or even necrosis, because these drugs may affect the blood supply to the jaw bone. It is worth noting that about 1-6% of those who take such drugs will experience discomfort such as bone pain, swollen gums and loose teeth. To prevent the side effects of this drug, first of all, pay attention to maintain oral hygiene; secondly, do not stop the drug before seeing a doctor; in addition, taking antibiotics, surgery to remove the necrotic bone is also very effective in relieving the symptoms, but these should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor. Various drugs often “hurt teeth silently”, if you take a certain drug for a long time, you should pay attention to observation, early detection of potential adverse reactions, timely treatment under the guidance of a doctor, so as not to delay the treatment time.