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Do all the immunosuppressants give you teeth and gums side effects?
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Yes.: Immunosuppressant drugs shut down the immune system such that the body has a harder time warding off infection. The teeth and gums can be afftected by an increase in cavities and dry, red gum tissues. Easily treated by a dentist with Fluoride treatments and saliva substitutes.
Answered 5/27/2016
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Pretty much: Immunosuppressants are a nasty class of drugs. They're necessary in certain circumstances, but they are really hard on your mouth. Meticulous oral hygiene and lots of Fluoride exposure are both important.
Answered 6/12/2019
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No: Cyclosporine is known to cause gingival hypertrophy and one may need a visit to an oral surgeon to have excess tissue removed. Other immunosuppressive medications usually do not have this side effect.
Answered 1/19/2015
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