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Autoimmune Issues and Dental Problems
Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Apr 16, 2023 | Replies (36)Comment receiving replies
joyajoe. Two questions. 1) What holds your dentures in place if no gums? and
2) Can you pass along the name of the toothpaste? I'm using Colgate for sensitive teeth/gums but it is so thick and sticky, it is hard to get it rinsed off after brushing. I'm 77 and have tried so hard to save my natural teeth. Was doing pretty good with crowns, cleanings and exams every 4 months but my dentist is incompetent, or lazy. I see oral surgeon on Wed to discuss extracting 15 teeth. Thanks for your post/sharing.
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Hi, There are many good teeth glue’s mon the market now, I have tried many, picked the best for my current
situation. If you still have some teeth or bone, try a few
until you find one that feels comfortable. I’m using something simple that doesn’t come right . Fixodent has
many types try them and you will find one right for you.
Good luck.
Joya
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Hi, fdixon,
There is an RX only toothpaste for sensitive teeth, and I think the main ingredient is flouride. It can work, but it takes a while, because I believe it's a gradual buildup process. It is made by Colgate, and it's called Prevident 5000. Your dentist can perscribe it. I'm using it myself, and it is gradually helping. I'm dealing with Polymyalgia Rheumatica, which is an auto-immune disease, but I believe in my case it's the prednisone I'm taking which is causing my problems with my teeth.