How an Untreated Thyroid Issue Could Affect Your Oral Health

Mesa, AZ

Posted on 5/15/2020 by Alyce

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Some people do not know that a thyroid problem can affect their dental health.

So, how do you know you have a problem with your thyroid? At Timothy H. Kindt, DDS, we can help you answer this question when you see us for a dental exam and we collaborate your treatment with your doctor.

The following information will also give you a better insight on how a sluggish thyroid can affect your gums and teeth.

What Is Hypothyroidism and How Can it Impact Your Oral Health?

Also known as an underactive thyroid, hypothyroidism can lead to a number of dental issues. These problems may manifest as irregular dental development in children or increased cavities in both children and adults.

This type of medical condition can also increase the risk of gum swelling and bleeding. Therefore, a sluggish thyroid can increase the risk of dental infections.

Anytime a person has a condition that can negatively affect their oral health, they need to schedule routine dental exams and cleanings.

Dental Symptoms Resulting from Thyroid Problems

When your thyroid is not working properly, you can have problems with taste, dry mouth, or a burning pain in your mouth.

Dry mouth increases the risk of cavities.

When your thyroid is underactive, you may experience jaw spasms from time to time or temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ). Some patients even complain of macroglossia, which is a swollen tongue. This condition can lead to problems with swallowing and eating. The enamel can degrade on the teeth and the salivary glands become swollen.

Again, it is imperative that you visit our Mesa, AZ office if you have any type of thyroid condition, as this type of health problem can directly affect your teeth and gums.

Call us today if you have been diagnosed with a thyroid disorder. We will assess your teeth and clean them and follow up with a customized dental treatment plan.

You have special dental needs if you have a thyroid condition. That is why you need to see us regularly. We make sure that we cater to the special needs of our patients with thyroid imbalances.

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