I wonder if I have that syndrome? Would I know?
I guess either way, I am taking longer to heal and I just need to deal with it. I just found a "sore" on my gum...inbetween my cheek and gum on the lower left side, thus the soreness at that tooth. I guess that explains that. My son came home with a note on HAND FOOT and MOUTH virus going around school -- my luck, I have that now!!
I pray 2012 is better!!!!
You are a wonderful person Bryanna! Thank you!
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Originally Posted by Bryanna
Kris,
Yes, I see this exact situation every day in my practice and it's very typical for people who have sjogren's syndrome to take longer to heal because of the dry mouth issue. The saliva actually bathes and soothes open wounds in the mouth. The lack of saliva prevents that constant bathing which makes the healing process take longer. I have patients with this condition who have open surgical wounds for several weeks...normal for them.
Does this info help a little .......?
Bryanna
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