Posted by R.Anne on November 24, 2000, at 20:30:49
In reply to Medications contributing to Cavities, posted by Janice1 on November 24, 2000, at 16:54:28
> I was at the dentist this week, and I had 6 cavities! My last visit was 12 months ago, and usually I have 1, no more than 2 cavities a year. So my dentist asked me if I was on any new medications in the past 12 months (Wellbutrin and Topamax)that could dry out my mouth. I did notice my mouth was dry in the morning but I can usually overlook such small side effects. She said that a dry mouth creates an atmosphere that is great for bacteria to thrive in. Her husband happened to be a psychiatrist, so she called him to find out which medication it was that would be drying out my mouth - it is the Topamax.
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> Anyway, there are things you can do to prevent more cavaties. Brushing right before you go to bed. Using some kind of non-alcoholic rinse. Just thought I'd let you know
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> I have always said there are 2 things North Americans will never forget? body order and bad teeth.
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> anyone else notice all dentists seem to lecture?
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> Janice*****
My dentist tends to sound like he is getting mad about my tooth care. What's it to him anyways! :) I noticed I don't feel like brushing as much but lately I'm forcing myself
and trying to remember to rinse, too, with the mouthwash that is. I don't doubt the additional cavities-I'm due for another dental check-up---ugh! I intensely dislike going to the dentist even if this place is super fast.
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