Sjorgen's Syndrome

Certain medical conditions have a negative impact on your oral health. Sjorgen’s syndrome is one of them. This is an autoimmune condition that affects the saliva and tear glands. These patients end up at All Coast Dental with complaints of dry mouth. Schedule an appointment with Drs. Joseph or Julie Boulos before the glands stop working completely. Your Pacific Beach, CA, dentists can help alleviate your symptoms.

 

Various symptoms occur with a systemic condition like Sjorgen’s syndrome. We’ve narrowed the list down to the ones that affect your oral health.

 

-Dry lips, throat, and mouth

-Problems swallowing

-A scratchy or hoarse voice

-Chronic cough

-Repetitive oral infections or cavities

-Swollen salivary glands in the neck and face

 

At the moment, there is no known cure for Sjorgen’s syndrome. The only thing medical professionals know so far is that its development is due to genetics or a reaction to certain germs.

That doesn’t mean there aren’t treatment options! A diagnosis is the first step to getting healthy. Your Pacific Beach, CA, dentist examines your salivary glands and flow. Your dentist also treats secondary symptoms like cavities.

 

Your treatment depends entirely upon yourself and your symptoms. Talk to your Primary Care Physician (PCP) about medication for your body’s immune response. Your Pacific Beach, CA, dentist focuses on your oral symptoms. You need to increase your salivary production. Drs. Joseph or Julie Boulos may recommend Artificial Saliva. This keeps your mouth moist when your saliva can’t. There are also over-the-counter dry mouth medications. These are available in both toothpaste and mouthwash form.

 

All Coast Dental is located in Pacific Beach, CA. To schedule an appointment with Drs. Joseph or Julie Boulos, call 858-270-4904 or visit https://www.allcoastdental.net/.