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Minocycline‐Induced Staining of Torus Palatinus and Alveolar Bone
Author(s) -
Ayangco Lilibeth,
Sheridan Phillip J.
Publication year - 2003
Publication title -
journal of periodontology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.036
H-Index - 156
eISSN - 1943-3670
pISSN - 0022-3492
DOI - 10.1902/jop.2003.74.5.669
Subject(s) - minocycline , medicine , dental alveolus , dentistry , discontinuation , staining , tetracycline hydrochloride , tetracycline , acne , tooth discoloration , pathology , surgery , antibiotics , dermatology , chemistry , biochemistry
Background: Minocycline hydrochloride, an analog of tetracycline, is widely used in the treatment of acne. Its use has been associated with discoloration of teeth, bone, and other tissues . Methods: A case is presented involving a patient with minocycline‐induced staining of the torus palatinus and alveolar bone . Results: No treatment was rendered since the patient was not concerned with the appearance of the discoloration. The patient's dermatologist elected to change antibiotics . Conclusions: Patients on long‐term minocycline therapy should be made aware of the possibility of pigmentation of bone and soft tissue that may be reversible with discontinuation of therapy; however, minocycline‐induced staining of the permanent dentition may not be reversible . J Periodontol 2003;74:669‐671.