Stimulating Conversation: A Case Report of Extensive Dental Erosions With Medical Use of Amphetamine Salts.

INTRODUCTION

Oral health outcomes have not been described in geriatric patients prescribed amphetamines.

CASE PRESENTATION: A 71-year-old male presented with a chief complaint of disintegrating teeth in the setting of daily prescribed amphetamine salts use. Generalized enamel erosions and exposed dentine discoloration were present. Rehabilitation would be an expensive and time-consuming process.

CONCLUSION

This case highlights potential oral health risks with prescription stimulant use in the geriatric population for dental provider awareness.