Fibromyalgia is a muscular disorder, in other words, it’s not a dental problem but can cause problems to the teeth and oral cavity. In addition, any sort of infection to the oral cavity can lead to fibromyalgia. Once affected it can cause dizziness, sleeping difficulties, mood swings, headache, fatigue and memory swings. However, these problems can be at ease with the help of rejuvenation treatment in Randwick. Meanwhile, let’s dig deeper into the link between fibromyalgia and tooth pain.
Generally, the CNS can be the main center of the pain. According to research, gender also plays some role in developing it as women are more vulnerable than men to develop the fibromyalgia tooth pain. Also, the condition is that there is a no permanent cure of the disorder only some practices and some medication.
Causes of fibromyalgia tooth pain
Temporomandibular joint pain is an associated symptom of FM and often abbreviated as TM may give rise to dental problems. This is in mainly the reason why fibromyalgia is sort of related to dental problems, though it’s not any kind problem in itself as stated earlier.
Common dental problems that are associated with fibromyalgia. 
The most common symptom or observable conditions which are seen as a result of fibromyalgia is xerostomia, which in other cases popularly known as a dry mouth for ease in understanding. When encountered by such condition special care of the teeth is highly recommended and should be taken.
To do list that can help
- Eat a healthy diet
- Practice oral hygiene
- Avoid stress
- Massage mouth often
- Always be hydrated
- See your Harris Dental Boutique dentist in Bundaberg, QLD on a regular basis
Medication for fibromyalgia
- Aspirin is often used
- Cortisone injection to reduce pain
- Antidepressant medicine or opioids but usually ina low dosage
- Emotional support and education need to be provided to the affected or suffering patients.
