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Could an overactive thyroid gland stunt growth, cause excessive saliva production or cause depression?
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Not really: Decreased saliva production sometimes accompanies thyroid disease. Hyperthyoidism, or overactive thyroid, brings a different set of mouth and dental risks like: increased cavity development, enlarged extraglandular thyroid tissue at the back of the tongue and in the throat, rapid tooth growth in children and osteoporosis in the jaw are all risk factors. I hope this helps.
Answered 4/12/2013
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