I have discoloured teeth that dentists say was caused by tetracycline and currently suffering from bad breath i dont know what to do about it. are these related.
Hi There, Thanks for posting your query. Bad breath or halitosis is caused to many reasons. It can range from simple things like not Chat Doctor.  Having bad oral hygiene like having tartar which leads to many gum diseases like periodontitis or having decayed tooth also causes bad breath. Systemic disease like diabetes also causes bad breath. You need to see a dentist who will assess your condition and advise treatment accordingly. Discolouration of teeth are of two types, intrinsic[inside] or extrinsic [outside]. Intrinsic stains such as tetracycline or fluoride are not related to bad breath. In order to correct these you can undergo bleaching or whitening of your teeth. Specialized treatment procedures like laminates or crowns may help in masking tough stains. Extrinsic stains are those caused due to tartar, pan chewing, cavities, etc. which can be related to bad breath. You will need to undergo scaling or treatment of the cavities according to the cause of the problem. Hope that answers your query. Thanks,