Tetracycline in children causes____________?
Correct answer: C. Discolored teeth
- A. Calcification
- B. Missing teeth
- C. Discolored teeth
- D. Peg teeth
Explanation
Tetracyclines bind calcium in developing teeth and bones, producing permanent yellow-brown or gray tooth discoloration. This is why they are avoided in young children and during pregnancy.
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