Gastric Bypass Surgery Can Lead To Dental Problems

For many, gastric bypass surgery is the only realistic means of overcoming obesity and the myriad associated health issues. In my practice, more and more patients are opting for gastric bypass surgery, often with dramatic results. One 18 month follow-up study found a 57% recovery from, an 84 % cure from cholesterol problems, and a 47% cure from high blood pressure. Unfortunately, I often see uncontrolled tooth decay and tooth loss post-operatively. The reasons have not been widely investigated. There are a few logical explanations as to why this is our happening.

Diet, General Health, Oral HealthScott Solomons, DDSJanuary 21, 2019Gastric Bypass, Tooth Decay, Weight Loss, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Cholesterol, Sensitivity, Pain, Darwinian Dentistry Comment