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What does OLP have to do with tooth loss? I have OLP and have noticed some back teeth seem a little wiggly, but is this because of OLP or just getting older and maybe not so great oral care? I haven't been to the dentist for a while . I also have been diagnosed with osteopenia . Looking for someone, maybe ENT to treat the OLP. Not sure what to do at this point. And I think OLP might be spreading to the corners of my mouth and upper lip. Yikes ! Is this treatable? Thank you for any advice.
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Hi metta. To answer you question, "What does OLP have to do with tooth loss?" I don't know. I'm in search of answers myself. It seemed to be a possible and/or logical reason. I encourage you to get serious in seeing a dentist. Those "wiggly" teeth you talked about will, most likely, get worse not better. Also if they have a live root the pain can be awful and will effect you being able to eat properly. The person who previously did biopsies to diagnose and prescribe my OLP is a dermatologist. Some meds he prescribed were Clobetasol 0.05% ointment, Triamcinolone 0.1% Dental Paste. The periodontist (last week) prescribed
dexamethasone mouthwash (swish 4X a day, then rinse with water.) Do you mind sharing your age? I just turned 79. OLP cannot be cured but you can do things to keep it calmed so your quality of life can be improved. I also have lichen planus on other places on my body. I believe it can be responsible for my many squamous cancers. I hope this is helpful.