Meth Mouth - A Dentist's Worst Nightmare

#Methmouth is a term used to describe the severe tooth decay and gum disease found in Methamphetamine users. This dental condition often causes rapid decay and destruction of the tooth structure causing the teeth to break off or fall out.

When an individual is addicted to methamphetamine, their teeth can be characterized by being black or stained. They may also be rotting, crumbling or falling apart. In many cases the teeth are so badly decayed that they must be removed. Meth Mouth is caused by a combination of psychological and physical changes in the body causing Xerostomia (dry mouth) and extended periods where the user doesn't brush or floss their teeth. Perhaps the primary culprit behind the rapid tooth decay is the fact that #Methamphetamine is acidic. That acid will rapidly eat away at tooth structure.

Furthermore, #Meth has been found to contain chemicals such as battery acid, drain cleaner, lantern fuel and antifreeze. Meth users often crave high-calorie, carbonated, sugary beverages.
Another contributing factor to meth mouth is that users may grind or clench their teeth. Moreover, smoking Methamphetamine can debilitate the salivary glands, causing dry mouth and more rapid tooth decay.

Can meth mouth be treated? In most cases the answer is no. Since meth mouth progresses so rapidly, often times the teeth are so damaged and decayed that they have to be removed and replaced with dentures or dental implants. In rare cases, where the meth use has been minimal, the decaying teeth may be fixed with fillings, crowns or veneers.

Smoking meth can not only hard your teeth and cause meth mouth, but it is very harmful to your entire body. It pays to take care of your body, and if you have a healthy mouth, you will be healthier!

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