DID YOU KNOW THAT YOUR DENTIST CAN DETECT CELIAC DISEASE?

The Celiac Disease (EC) is a systemic immune-mediated disease, caused by the gluten and related prolamins, in genetically susceptible individuals. What is a necessary protein for some is a problem in the daily lives of others who suffer from this intolerance.

It is estimated that around one 75% of the cases of celiac disease even They are not diagnosed.

Dentists are currently among the healthcare professionals diagnosing the most cases of celiac disease, as this intolerance causes symptoms in our oral cavity.

One of the problems arising from celiac disease is surface defects of the enamel, changes in tooth color with stains White, yellow or brown, teeth that break easily, affecting incisors and molars always symmetrically.

There are other symptoms that can alert the dentist if a person suffers from gluten intolerance, such as structural defects due to poor calcium absorption, delayed eruption of permanent teeth, canker sores, and inflammation of the oral mucosa.

It is estimated that the dental involvement appears in the 69% of the cases of patients with celiac disease. 

Therefore, if you have already been diagnosed with celiac disease, be careful when using gluten-free toothpastes and gels. Regarding the aforementioned aesthetic and structural dental symptoms, visit your dentist for individualized hygiene instructions and treatments to strengthen your dental structure with bioactive materials.