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You're definitely not alone in this — tooth loss and breakage is something many MyFibroTeam members have experienced. One MyFibroTeam member shared that three of their teeth shattered and fell out after being diagnosed, noting how much it affected their confidence.

Fibromyalgia does appear to be linked to oral health Show Full Answer

You're definitely not alone in this — tooth loss and breakage is something many MyFibroTeam members have experienced. One MyFibroTeam member shared that three of their teeth shattered and fell out after being diagnosed, noting how much it affected their confidence.

Fibromyalgia does appear to be linked to oral health issues, though researchers are still working out exactly why. Here are some of the most common ones:

- Dry mouth — affects up to 71% of people with fibromyalgia, which can accelerate tooth decay
- Burning mouth syndrome — causes pain, tingling, or numbness, affecting about 33% of people
- Altered taste — a foul, metallic, or salty taste affects just over 34% of people
- Jaw pain (TMD) — between 42% and 94% of people with fibromyalgia experience jaw joint dysfunction Dry mouth is a big culprit for tooth decay, and some medications commonly used for fibromyalgia — like antidepressants and muscle relaxants — can contribute to it.

It's worth bringing this connection up with both your doctor and dentist so they can factor fibromyalgia into your dental care plan. Catching things early really does make a difference!

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