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Are there dental problems that go along with this connective tissue disorder?

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Sometimes: Sicca syndrome or dry eyes and mouth are often seen with connective tissue diseases and can be made worse by some medications. Saliva helps keep our mouths healthy and prevents tooth decay. Dry mouth causes sore tongues, tooth decay and a bad taste, there are medications that can help.

Answered 6/9/2013

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Especially Sjogren's: Sjogren can cause systemic dryness and in the mouth dryness can cause dental problems.

Answered 9/30/2012

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Yes: A connective tissue disorder can effect the periodontal health of your teeth. The periodontium is the connective tissue that surrounds and supports your teeth. This includes the alveolar bone that surrounds the teeth, the gums, and the periodontal ligament which are little fibers that hold the teeth to bone. What are all these things made of...Connective tissue.

Answered 1/11/2015

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Yes: This is especially true of sjogren's syndrome which causes a dry mouth and thereby increases the risks of tooth decay and gum disease.

Answered 4/1/2023

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