Has anyone had teeth problems .

[chasper]

Wondering if it is the ageing (55yr) or the pbc-aih. Aching top and bottom all over on and off last week or two. Been using sensodyne toothpaste which is good and brushing them softly. Any ideas?

[littlemo]

Hi Chasper, yes I have had lots of problems with my teeth specially in about the last 7-8yrs. I rarely get away from dentist without having to have something done. Recently a hospital based dentist prescribed me a toothpaste with a high flouride content and mouthwash and I feel this is helping to protect the enamel of my teeth and they definately dont feel as sensitive either. Ask your dentist about it. Best of luck.

[chasper in reply to littlemo]

Thanks

[dianekjs]

Wheat/grain consumption can cause tooth problems leading to decay in some. You can google "grain consumption and teeth" to read up on this. Going mostly gluten-free has helped my teeth and many other health barometers. Not to confuse you with an opposite recommendation from someone else here, but I also switched to a fluoride-free toothpaste around the same time. Best of luck to you, and please keep us posted.

[Hidden]

You seem to have the symptoms of a gum infection which would normally be cleared by antibiotics. Your dentist can diagnose this.

[Hidden]

Hello chasper.

I think regarding our teeth it can be a pretty grey area with PBC.

For some of us we find we start lacking in Vitamin D (the sunshine vitamin) that is required to ensure adequate bones but we nned Vit D alongside calcium so that might be one reason why teeth could perhaps be a problem.

I am 51 almost and my dentist informed me 2yrs ago now that my gums were starting to recede but it is a natural occurrence with age anyway. Only your dentist could perhaps advise you on the condition of your teeth (ie have you gingivitis for eg?) and maybe a check on calcium and Vit D levels with having PBC might help.

I don't go in for the artificial toothpastes and mouthwashes (never used latter). I buy a natural toothpaste. I know a bit dearer but I have found the ingredients to be more of a friendly nature. With a natural toothpaste you don't get foaming agents that are in standard toothpastes. I use a soft brush anyway as I find these days brushes aren't what they used to be, all oddly shaped for apparent better teeth hygience (I beg to differ). Running the brush under the hot tap can soften it somewhat for a better teeth brushing I find.

Drinks like the cola that have phosphoric acid in them is apparently not good for tooth enamel. (I'm lucky, never been a 'fizzy pop' drinker.)

A friend of mine's daughter I remember years ago never had a filling before she was 18+. This was despite her eating sweets as children. Turned out this girl used to have a bit of cheese following her meals most of the time and cheese is said to help with the acidity that can cause our teeth to be attacked.

[Godfrey1]

Hi chaser, I also have had some serious dental issues which resulted in losing my front teeth and having inplants. I have always been fastidious about dental hygiene but just couldn't control it. I go to the dentist every 12 weeks and have done for a number of years. It is suggested it's linked to PBC but as with every other side effect it's not certain. I use corsydol toothpaste and that has helped to maintain my dental health position for some time. This toothpaste doesn't taste very nice but you do get used to it!

[Godfrey1]

Sorry, autocorrect, meant Chasper.

[Hidden]

I think PBC can effect your teeth, but so can child birth and the menopause..... Also where you are born effects your teeth, mine are very likely to crack and I was born in Cumbria and had loads of fillings when I was young - hence an absolutely fear of the dentist....... My son was born in London and has very strong teeth and no fillings so far.....

I always use the tepe brushes and have them in almost every size, especially the larger ones, you use them between the teeth to remove debris...... They really help to maintain the gums. I also see a peri orthodontist which has really helped.

Hope you get sorted and feel better

Lou

[Rosehip19]

I also have problems with my teeth, and my dentist is convinced that PBC has played a part in that. Although I am meticulous in my dental hygiene I have chronic gum disease. OK I am 67, but I have friends older than me who don't have this problem. It is quite possible that the dry mouth that many of us suffer from contributes to dental problems, as saliva has a beneficial effect. If anyone has found an answer I would love to hear it, but I suspect that it is yet another of those random side effects (like high cholesterol and thin bones that I also have) that PBC likes to tax us with!

Happy New Year to all,

Maryrose

[rubberglove in reply to Rosehip19]

hi Rosehip I will be 67 next month and just the last couple of weeks my teeth have started to bother me I also have high cholesterol and osteoporosis due to pbc

[cazz22]

Hi a little late to the conversation but if you read my previous posts I too have had problems with my teeth(bleeding mostly) which made me sad as I am very very scrupulous with dental care. I also am 55.anyway had a really really bad chest infection over Xmas and had to have a week on steroids(prednisolone 40mg) cleared breathing AND stopped tooth probs.apparently it is also used in gum disease tho my dentist said I hadn't got any.interesting!

[mimib]

If you have PBC you may have connected autoimmune. I have Sjorgens syndrome which gives dry eyes and mouth which can gives soreness and aches. I use Duraphat toothpaste which is on prescription from the GP and the new Colgate with sugar acid reducers.

[mimib]

Forgot to add I've only 3 teeth of my own all others are made up of fillings and crown. Use cheese after you eat any acidic foods or drinks,use water to flush teeth and keep well hydrated.

[PCBnPBC]

TEETH

I have had PBC (Unbe known to me), but it all "came on" in last 2 years, I was transplanted in November 14 (Freeman Newcastle see Channel 5 (Gift of Life) 10pm 21 Oct and each Wed for 2 weeks)

I had to have calcium injections / infusions as my liver issue had depleated my body of calcium, we found this out once we were clued into the fact I had PBC

I had issues with my teeth for 8 years before transplant, finally teeth became wobbly, had to have a total clearance to facilitate transplant due to risk of infection under wobbly teeth.

I have presumed my calcium deficiency (that was due to liver) was also instrumental in my teeth problem.

Odd fact! my toilet became difficult to clean, we believe a layer of calcium formed on the bowl

Now post transplant my toilet is easy to clean!

Anyone else noticed this?

Charlie