Dental Problems

Hi Gabriel100,

I have GBS, however, I haven’t encountered any dental issues as a result of polyneuropathy. CIDP is a bit different though, so I guess it’s possible. You may want to search the site using the word “dental or dentist” to see if anyone else had similar issues.

Have you advised your PCP or neurologist that you’re experiencing a considerable amount of pain and have they prescribed medication?

Hope you feel better!

Take care,

Tina

I haven’t come across any info about CIDP affecting the gums. Is it possible you have a gum infection? Have you been to your dentist?

Kelly

I had some inflammation of my cranial nerve on the right side, due to CIDP, leading to inflammation of the bone, gum and roof of my mouth. As a result I’ve had to have three teeth pulled on that side – there isn’t enough bone left for implants so I’m sort of out of luck on that side. My dentist says the constant inflammation can cause bone loss and gum problems… 🙁

[FONT=”Microsoft Sans Serif”]Gabriel,

I know what you are talking about. While I was still symptomatic, prior to SCT, I had pain whenever I brushed my teeth, gums and tongue. And that was unusual for me as I have had somewhat excessive teeth/mouth brushing habits and was continually disturbed at the discomfort in maintaining that level of cleanliness.

I felt sure that the nerves in that area were effected by CIDP and that was why it was uncomfortable for me to clean as I had in the past. Additionally, I lost most of my sense of taste…

On a positive note– all is back to normal now ))

Hope that helped.
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GBS survivor here….ALL of my teeth are falling out. My dentist said it was due to being hospitalized for 2 years and my mouth not creating saliva which keep my mouth incredibly dry coupled with the plethora of meds I was on.

I know this is an old post, but I have pain and have lost teeth as well. Cranial nerve involvement as well. It inflames the nerves of the root of the tooth and then they die. Doing better now with treatment. Also, very limited supply of saliva, so I use Biotene products. Botox in my cranial nerves and jaw has helped tremendously.