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Posted: 11/14/2018 6:49:01 PM EDT
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News to me, and I've been using a CPAP for a few years. My mother and FIL have used them for 10+ years and never mentioned it either. Weird.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 6:55:35 PM EDT
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Not using a CPAP can cause death.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 6:56:33 PM EDT
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Not using a CPAP can cause death. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 6:57:30 PM EDT
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I should mention that the dentist, who I've been using for years, makes a custom appliance to wear in your mouth at night to stop sleep apnea. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:00:05 PM EDT
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Yeah, I used a CPAP for 9 months. (Then I lost 130 lbs and stopped snoring)
I got cavities in that time. I never used to get cavities, and I haven't gotten any since. I should sue! |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:01:09 PM EDT
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Went to the dentist for a six month cleaning. The tech looks in my mouth and asks "Do you use a CPAP"? I said yes and she replies that I have eight cavities and they see this a lot with CPAP users. It causes dry mouth, not enough fluoride, etc. Doc stops by and confirms. I should mention that the dentist, who I've been using for years, makes a custom appliance to wear in your mouth at night to stop sleep apnea. I thought the cavity thing was bullshit, but was confirmed by a quick online search. How is this not common knowledge? Nobody I'm paying ever mentioned it. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:01:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Sounds like you should get your mouth checked out by a different dentist. I'd be very surprised if the dude made up 8 cavities |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:02:53 PM EDT
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Sorry, I read it as CRAP causes cavities . . . and was like WTF? GD gonna GD
Carry on. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:05:16 PM EDT
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Not using a CPAP will cause cavities due to dry mouth. Since using a CPAP, I haven't had dry mouth like I did without it.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:14:27 PM EDT
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Not using a CPAP will cause cavities due to dry mouth. Since using a CPAP, I haven't had dry mouth like I did without it. Mouth closed, warm humidified air blowing into my nose = no dry mouth. No CPAP = dry mouth. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:18:26 PM EDT
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I've been using CPAP for 16 years this month, and haven't had a cavity since starting. I have however had some teeth grinding issues, and now have to wear a night guard because my mouth actually stays closed at night now.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:19:18 PM EDT
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What's the class of people who use CPAPs and aren't infants or grossly obese? Is it a heart problem thing?
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:21:18 PM EDT
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When I started using a CPAP, I looked like Sterling Archer. Now I look like Ernest Borgnine.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:23:13 PM EDT
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What's the class of people who use CPAPs and aren't infants or grossly obese? Is it a heart problem thing? |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:28:56 PM EDT
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Mouth breathing can be bad for dental health. No use blaming what is keeping you alive. There's more going on if you had 8 cavities.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:35:14 PM EDT
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Went to the dentist for a six month cleaning. The tech looks in my mouth and asks "Do you use a CPAP"? I said yes and she replies that I have eight cavities and they see this a lot with CPAP users. It causes dry mouth, not enough fluoride, etc. Doc stops by and confirms. I should mention that the dentist, who I've been using for years, makes a custom appliance to wear in your mouth at night to stop sleep apnea. I thought the cavity thing was bullshit, but was confirmed by a quick online search. How is this not common knowledge? Nobody I'm paying ever mentioned it. I had a dentist want to drill 2 perfectly health teeth. 
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:36:21 PM EDT
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This. Mouth closed, warm humidified air blowing into my nose = no dry mouth. No CPAP = dry mouth. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Not using a CPAP will cause cavities due to dry mouth. Since using a CPAP, I haven't had dry mouth like I did without it. Mouth closed, warm humidified air blowing into my nose = no dry mouth. No CPAP = dry mouth. 
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:45:16 PM EDT
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I'm a dentist and use a cpap. I don't think it's a major factor but could possibly cause trouble in certain limited situations. The real problem is dry mouth (xerostomia/reduced salivary flow). Saliva plays a major protective factor by washing away plaque and food debris.
I use a nose mask and it forces me to keep my mouth shut and hence does not cause dry mouth. If you use a full face mask and the machine runs dry it could potentially cause problems, but with the humidifier filled the air has more moisture than ambient room air and hence is not likely, in my opinion, to contribute to tooth decay. Poor diet and hygiene is usually the main culprit. If you avoid sugar and have good hygiene practices (Brushing AND flossing) a CPAP should be a relatively minor factor. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:47:37 PM EDT
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Sounds like you should get your mouth checked out by a different dentist. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I should mention that the dentist, who I've been using for years, makes a custom appliance to wear in your mouth at night to stop sleep apnea. Or wear the strap that holds your mouth shut so air doesn't escape from your mouth. Your pressure might be too low so air escapes from your mouth instead of holding your airway open, how many apnea events is the OP having per hour vs his pressure or did he have an auto-pap? Kharn |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:54:33 PM EDT
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Given the fact that cavities pale in comparison to heart damage...I'd stick with the CPAP.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 7:56:20 PM EDT
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It may be a case of nose only mask, or full face (nose/mouth) mask. I bet the latter is responsible.
I do use a full face mask myself. I've only gotten 1 or 2 cavities in the years I've used CPAP. I do use a humidifier in winter, but not in summer (too humid, no A/C). I have a checkup this coming Friday. See what he says. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 8:41:33 PM EDT
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Been running sleep studies for close to 16 years, and personally using CPAP for 8 years. Never heard of CPAP causing cavities. Never had a cavity in my life.
That being said, there can be dryness issues with CPAP use, and bacteria build-up inside masks/tubing if they're not cleaned regularly. LOTS of dentists are hawking oral-appliances to replace CPAP. Latest info I had was 40% success rates in the mild-to-moderate cases. LOTS of complications related to tooth-pain. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 8:44:55 PM EDT
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Cavities are caused by the breakdown of sugars causing and acidic state eating away at your enamel which then allows for erosion of the tooth.
Where does dry mouth come into play? |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 8:51:57 PM EDT
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go see another dentist, I bet he'll come up with a different number.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 8:53:53 PM EDT
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Cavities are caused by the breakdown of sugars causing and acidic state eating away at your enamel which then allows for erosion of the tooth. Where does dry mouth come into play? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Remineralisation_of_teeth |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 9:05:10 PM EDT
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When I started using a CPAP, I looked like Sterling Archer. Now I look like Ernest Borgnine. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 9:15:24 PM EDT
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Using a CPAP since August. Have a full face mask. A couple times I woke up with a 100% dry throat and mouth so I knew I was breathing through my mouth. The CPAP only allows maximum of 8% humidity.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 10:13:06 PM EDT
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Not using a CPAP can cause death. No fucking shit. I've been CPAPping for 17 years. No new cavities the entire time. I use a heater with the water tank. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 10:14:43 PM EDT
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What's the class of people who use CPAPs and aren't infants or grossly obese? Is it a heart problem thing? Plenty of thin and appropriate-weight people have obstructive sleep apnea. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 10:21:51 PM EDT
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Yeah, I used a CPAP for 9 months. (Then I lost 130 lbs and stopped snoring) I got cavities in that time. I never used to get cavities, and I haven't gotten any since. I should sue! |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 10:25:11 PM EDT
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CPAP user for 12 years. 0 cavities. If you have dry mouth your pressure might be adjusted too high so it's forcing air out of your mouth. Might want to consider a different headgear setup if that's the case.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 10:56:09 PM EDT
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Never heard of it......but what do I know?
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Posted: 11/14/2018 11:04:56 PM EDT
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DING DING DING! Don't be fat, no CPAP! Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Yeah, I used a CPAP for 9 months. (Then I lost 130 lbs and stopped snoring) I got cavities in that time. I never used to get cavities, and I haven't gotten any since. I should sue! |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 11:05:12 PM EDT
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I'm 63 and 180 pounds. I use one. Plenty of thin and appropriate-weight people have obstructive sleep apnea. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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What's the class of people who use CPAPs and aren't infants or grossly obese? Is it a heart problem thing? Plenty of thin and appropriate-weight people have obstructive sleep apnea. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 11:08:04 PM EDT
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Not using a CPAP can cause death. I personally think CPAP is the latest medical-industrial complex's scam. Humans have had apnea for thousands of years and it's suddenly a problem? |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 11:08:41 PM EDT
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Not using a CPAP can cause death. Been using mine for over 10 years. No cavities and all my own teeth |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 11:09:15 PM EDT
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But your teeth will look good Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Not using a CPAP can cause death. |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 11:14:30 PM EDT
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I mouth rince nightly (and at wake-up)with Biotene before I use my CPAP. It helps greatly with dry mouth.
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Posted: 11/14/2018 11:22:57 PM EDT
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Wrong. Depends completely on the patient. Not everyone is Reggie White. I personally think CPAP is the latest medical-industrial complex's scam. Humans have had apnea for thousands of years and it's suddenly a problem? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Not using a CPAP can cause death. I personally think CPAP is the latest medical-industrial complex's scam. Humans have had apnea for thousands of years and it's suddenly a problem? |
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Posted: 11/14/2018 11:50:34 PM EDT
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Step away from the Snickers bar.
Brush your teeth before you go to bed. Floss. Brush your teeth in the morning too. 15yrs on the CPAP. No cavities. |
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Posted: 11/15/2018 5:07:18 AM EDT
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Sounds like you should get your mouth checked out by a different dentist. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I should mention that the dentist, who I've been using for years, makes a custom appliance to wear in your mouth at night to stop sleep apnea. @GreyHat BTW, he's a skinny guy, the lucky bastard. |
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Posted: 11/15/2018 5:15:59 AM EDT
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Never heard of it......but what do I know? we'll trust your conclusions. get to it! |
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