Remicade & Teeth (Page 2) (Top voted first)

Has anyone seen any effect on their teeth when they have been on remicade for a long time. My dentist seems to think this is my problem. Thank you. Please, someone answer as soon as possible.

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what kind of mouth sores do I have to be concerned about taking Remicade?

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I was on Remicade for three years until about three months ago and now on Humira. I have teeth problems also. My feelings will not stay in, I am contantly chipping teeth because they are so brittle, my gums bleed very easily and my teeth ar so sensitive. I am going to an oral surgeon today to have a tooth that had a root canal removed because it has broken off at the gum line. I know it is Remicade and Humira (same biologic make up). I try to eat Greek yogart to add extra calcium but it does not help. I know your pain and the pain everyone else is posting about. I am 49.

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I have had two teeth break within a year. Been on Remicade 8 years. Thinking may have something to do with poor absorption of calcium and body going to teeth to get what it needs.

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Hi, YES. I have seen about 4 dentists (two of NYU's top as a family favor) as my teeth began to decay unreasonably quick. Three said that the Remicade is likely the cause of my unusual decay and the forth did the proverbial dance around it but was just insulating himself from it. I lost my front tooth. I'm not getting into details (in case there is a legal suit -- I'll have my words then) but lets just say that after several years of trying to mend my teeth to no avail, my goal to save for a home has officially taken a back burner to getting my whole mouth done with implants. This runs about $20,000 (and that's not NYU prices). I'm 31 now and after trying to be flexible with my dental issues (good practice I learned from Crohn's), I cannot see pursuing any kind of life while having to go to the dentist every two weeks. For what anyway? "Not even a remote chance that my teeth will survive with even minimum functionality by the time I'm 40." Okay, I'm venting and don't wan to be that guy :-) I don't' usually blog, ever actually, but I just had to share because my back's to the wall here. Love to discuss this topic with anyone who has been affected.

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Report adverse events to the FDA: fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/HowToReport/ucm053087.htm

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I am so sorprised. I am 60 years old using remicade for 6 years. My teeth aré perfect and so the spine density

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I have had two Remicade infusions. Two weeks after the first infusion my gums became swollen and my teeth were hurting. I was checked by the dentist - had x-rays - no infection. Two weeks after the second infusion my gums were swollen and my teeth were killing me. It has to be a side effect.

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I've wondered the same thing. There are a lot of stories about people on Remicade or Humira etc with excessive tooth decay but I don't think anyone has researched it that I can find.

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I agree with you ... my throbbing is also on the side that has had root canals!

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When I had dental work while on Humira, I went on antibiotics beforehand!

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You know my hubby develop an infection on his either teeth or gum after remicade and today he will see the dentist and I will let you know if it's related.

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Hi I jab had my second treatment and I am now expecting very high teeth sensitivity and having a hard time chewing any hard food like sandwiches ect.

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I have just had my second Remicade treatment last Friday and I am now experiencing very high teeth sensitivity to hot and cold and difficult in chewing. I have never had this and I am scared to see any one as all they are going to do is give me more drugs. Can any one help us who are having this problem?.

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I always go on antibiotics before having dental work done because the immune system is compromised. I have been experiencing tooth pain ever since I started Remicade (two and one half months ago). I also feel that my teeth are getting weak. At least I know I'm not crazy!

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I just had a tooth extracted today....again. This is the 4th tooth problem I have had. Root canal, crowns, extractions, and more dental visits for problems and I had awesome teeth all my life as well as family members. I have been on remicade for well over 10 years, infusion every 10 weeks for colitis. I do not know why I even searched for this blog today but I am at a point of total confusion and thought I would take a look at the Internet. I am actually considering stopping the remicade. At initial start I couldn't imagine life w/o the medication but quality of life at the time was most important. I am 50 years old. I am not sure how to move forward. I think I need to talk with GI doctor. Way too much $$$ being spent. Sorry so long winded.

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You need to report this as an adverse event to the fda

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Ive given up with the repairs also. trying to figure out how to pay for dentures while being disabled with A.S. im courious if anyone has had any luck getting medicare to help because it is a medical problem or atleast caused by one

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Yes I have been on Remicade for over a year and I have had two teeth fall out and a lot of decay.

Jennifer

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I have been on Remicade for about seven years now never had any problems until about the past six months I've had two teeth to break off and two that are cracked never had this problem in the past I think it's starting to take a toll on my teeth

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Yes mine have! I had beautiful teeth starting my infusion Remicade treatment. Within a year my teeth began to get black dots, which led to several cracked teeth. Then the decay became so bad( about 3 years into infusions) I have been getting a lot of extractions. I have seen 4 different dentist and none have experience with long term Remicade patients. Some have made me feel like it's my fault, I am not caring for my teeth right and so on. This is a huge topic in my life currently. Please keep in touch and let me know what you find out, if there's many others like us out there. It's nice to know we're not alone.

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