Tips For Patients With Lupus

If you have Lupus, you may be on medications that dry out your mouth. If you have a dry mouth, high levels of acid can accumulate in your mouth. Acid deteriorates the enamel of your teeth. Our top tip for patients with Lupus is to use fluoride rinses and drink a lot of water to counteract your dry mouth. You may want to consider brushing and flossing more often as well. If you brush and floss half an hour after each meal, you can hopefully stay ahead of tooth decay. Lastly, consider using a water flosser to remove plaque from the gum line using a flow of water.


You are at a higher risk for developing periodontal disease if you have Lupus, so you should not only keep your appointments every six months, but you may consider coming more often.

Come to Our Office For a Dental Exam

We look forward to discussing your health challenges at your next dental cleaning and exam. If you have Lupus and have oral ulcers or other dental issues, we can talk through those concerns as well. Give our office a call if you would like to schedule your next appointment. We can help you overcome challenges that come specifically with Lupus and give you more oral hygiene tips and suggestions.