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Since I have dry mouth/dry eye problems, I have several cavities each year. :crying:
One big molar in the back had a bad decay. I dragged about going to see the dentist. My jaw's joints were very sore, I took Aleve before I went to the dentist office.
I did not realize my lips were very tight, feeling like a rubber band could not stretch any longer…. my jaws could not open as wide as I would hope for….when the nurse tried to force the mouth open wider, she tore my corners of the lips…. I was in great pain and in tears…..
I thought of you guys whose lips were affected by scleroderma. I felt sooooooo sorry for you if you have to go through the dental trauma like what I did. I cannot imagine how you could survive. I really feel for you.
Sigh, :crying: JB
JB,
Yes going to the dentist is such a trauma to an sd mouth but if you find a dentist who can be bit more gentle and understanding it makes the experience alot less traumatic. But going to the dentist is a must . Also JB for me i put on chap stick like burt bees to moisturize my lips and i kinda excercise my mouth by opening and closing i think it helps a little so maybe try that next time before you go.
take care
rebecca
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