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

Gerodontology · Richards ME, Mahesh B, Tarrazzi D, Charmelo-Silva S · 2026-09-17

A 71-year-old man taking prescribed amphetamine salts developed widespread tooth erosion and dentine exposure, highlighting previously undescribed oral health risks from stimulant medication use in older adults.

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