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Medicines and Drugs that can Destroy Your Teeth. There are some medications, such as the antibiotics tetracycline, that may result in internal staining of the teeth. The production and use of methamphetamines, which is a strong stimulant drug, is an increasing problem in the United States.
The paper, Are sugar-free confections really beneficial for dental health?, examined the role of sugar substitutes used in products to reduce the risk of tooth decay. While one commonly used group of substitutes, called sugar alcohols, or polyols, do lessen the risk of cavities, they can cause acidity in the mouth that then leads to erosion of teeth enamel, says the paper. These substitutes include xylitol, which the European commission has allowed to market itself as a tooth friendly ingredient in chewing gum.