Introduction Joanne gee

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Joanne gee,

Good to hear Stelara has helped clear your P. I too have had P over 40 years. Now dealing with PSA. Some issues with my jaw joint due to PSA. Causes the joint to lock up occasionally.
I take apremalast for PSA.. But not experienced tooth loss other than a few cracks in fillings that cause abscess. I go in every 6 months for cleaning & check ups. Some drugs I have taken in the past has depleted the calcium in my teeth so I am extra diligent with keeping my teeth clean.
You aren't the only one that has asked about teeth loss on bio drugs. I hear it a lot. I have done research on the Internet & could not find it as a side effect. Some of these bio drugs are new in the market and may not have enough time to evaluate all the side effects. My rhumey also said that bio drugs have no connection that he knows of.
I always wonder if it could be some type of bacteria from the gut while on bio drugs that can cause tooth decay or even bone loss. If anyone knows you'll most likely find it here.
Hope you will get thru this issue soon. It's very unpleasant dealing with any dentist as far as I'm concerned.
Take care,
Quest4Cure