Question:
What causes teeth discoloration after WLS?

I am 3 wks post op and have noticed that my bottom front teeth have an opaque discoloration to them. I have always had good, clean teeth with no markings. What would cause this? and will it change back? Is it safe to use OTC whiteners?    — mangogirl1 (posted on March 22, 2011)

March 23, 2011
I'm no professional but I tend to think the discoloration could be due to hormone changes, chewable vitamins taken (especially B12 sublingual) because of the dyes in them. I DO know our gums change. We have to be more vigilant about flossing. Especially early post-op when we have a hard time getting in enough fluids (dry mouth can cause all kinds of oral issues, including bad breath). I'm looking forward to hearing more about this subject. Thanks!
   — Julie Nolan

March 23, 2011
the malabsorption from lack of vitamins. make sure u take excellent care of your teeth! mine are almost gone, rotted from inside out due to this. have checks at least twice a year! i wish i had...but i come from a family of bad teeth, too. talk to your doctor about otc whiteners and also if you have been on pain killers and antibiotics, this will discolor, too. jules
   — rexysmamma