Our Bookstore x x Dental Cavities Cavities can be a widespread problem in Scleroderma patients for many reasons. Dry mouth is a major problem for those who also have Sj grens Syndrome. Also, people with small mouth due to facial involvement with Scleroderma often suffer with dry mouth. Many have trouble fully closing the mouth which allows the air to dry the mouth out.
Dry mouth allows fungus and bacteria to grow.
This can create dental cavities. Esophageal Reflux can rot the teeth. The continuous upward flow of gastric acid into the mouth can cause extensive damage to the teeth. Keeping stomach acid under control and Esophageal Reflux at bay can help alleviate this problem. Dental Hygiene is often a problem due to lack of accessibility to back teeth because of small mouth.