Hypothyroid and gum disease

Hello people, this is my first post here. I stumbled across this site whilst trying to research if there were links between severe gum disease (periodontal) and having hypothyroidism. Wondered if there was any research going on anywhere. I was diagnosed a few years ago after being ill for a long time, but now happy and well again taking levothyroxine. However, I have severe gum disease and have lost one tooth and am about to lose another. I read a couple of US articles that suggests there may be a link, but wondered if anyone knew of anything UK based as I'd happily help with research Thanks

[Marz]

Often connected to LOW Vitamin D - which is also connected to being Hypo too. You need good levels.

Welcome to the site and hope you soon overcome this problem.

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[Hidden in reply to Marz]

Thank you, i will pursue that

[galathea]

I have suffered with gum problems and abcesses all of my life. I am hypo with hashimotos. Massive improvement since I bought a water pik. boots.com/en/Waterpik-Ultra...

[Hidden in reply to galathea]

Thanks, been wondering if they were any good compared to the dentist's. Think I may get one.

[Glynisrose]

I have never been to a dentist. When I should be due a period, that's the only time my gums bleed, weird!! (haven't had an actual period for about 10 years!!)

[skinnylatte121]

I am in the same boat, 36 yrs old female with Hypothyroidism (diagnosed 10 yrs ago) and been taking levothyroxine but my periodontal disease has drastically worsened to the point I lost 3 teeth on the bottom and will lose 2 more (also have gum bone loss.) I am scared and trying to find a Dr. and Periodontist that knows what to do. We are apparently not very common cases to most dentists and they have no idea what to do. I was recently told that they can only slow down how fast I am losing my teeth but will need to have more implants throughout my life. Let me know how your journey goes and would love to have someone else who understands...

Warm regards from SF, California.