The Effects Gluten Can Have on Your Teeth

Over the past few years there has been a rise in awareness surrounding Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. With all the buzz of this disease and the effects it has on an individual, we decided to look into how eating gluten can affect the health of your teeth. When an individual that is affected by Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity consumes gluten, it can prevent their body from absorbing nutrients. It can also directly affect your oral health negatively.

Anyone with Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity can experience oral health issues that include:

– Damage and deterioration to teeth enamel
– Bad breath or dry mouth syndrome
– Recurrent canker sores or ulcers inside the mouth
– Teeth discoloration with brown or yellowing spots
– Inflammatory gum disease

For any individual that has Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, check with your dentist and ask how to best maintain your oral health. Also if you are someone that is experiencing these symptoms but have not been diagnosed with Celiac disease, your dentist might be able to provide more information on your oral conditions and how to prevent and maintain a proper oral hygiene.

Posted by Aaron Chew on Dec 8th, 2014 10:00 am
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