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Is Tooth Implant Advisable For A Person Suffering With Sjogren's Syndrome?

can a patient with sjogorens syndrome goes for a tooth implant ? my mom is 51 yrs old suffering from sjogrens syndrome since last 5 yrs she is not taking any medicines. she has intermittent pain in her bones and joints , dryness of mouth present . but because her all the teeth are fallen she is not able to eat anything and she gets acidity and dryness.
Tue, 15 Mar 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain as your mother is suffering from jogrens syndrome that leads to reduced secretions of the body and most prominent effects in on eyes and mouth leading to dry eyes and dry mouth..
In such patients Implant supported dentures work well and are more comfortable and has a better function as compared to conventional dentures due to dry mouth..

I would therefore suggest you to consult an Implantologist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like blood tests and a proper oral examination to check for the bone density of the jaws as well as mucosal health is to be done..

You can then continue with the treatment of implant placement followed by dentures..
She should also take saliva substitutes like Artificial saliva drops to keep the mouth lubricated..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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Is Tooth Implant Advisable For A Person Suffering With Sjogren's Syndrome?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain as your mother is suffering from jogrens syndrome that leads to reduced secretions of the body and most prominent effects in on eyes and mouth leading to dry eyes and dry mouth.. In such patients Implant supported dentures work well and are more comfortable and has a better function as compared to conventional dentures due to dry mouth.. I would therefore suggest you to consult an Implantologist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like blood tests and a proper oral examination to check for the bone density of the jaws as well as mucosal health is to be done.. You can then continue with the treatment of implant placement followed by dentures.. She should also take saliva substitutes like Artificial saliva drops to keep the mouth lubricated.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.