6 Scary Things Your Teeth Say About Your Overall Health

Autoimmune diseases

As we said before, saliva is good for your dental health, because it can help you wash away tiny food particles after eating, it can also strengthen your teeth by fixing calcium on them, prevent cavities and so on. But if your mouth is getting drier and drier every day, it may be a sign that you are suffering from an autoimmune disease, such as Sjogren’s syndrome. 

In addition, people who experience a stressful episode in their life or those who have to deal with anxiety every day are also likely to develop dry mouth. Dry mouth can also be a symptom of diabetes, stroke, infection, or even Alzheimer’s disease.

Sjogren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the healthy cells that are responsible for producing saliva and tears are attacked by your immune system. According to the Mayo Clinic, this disease occurs with other medical conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Seniors and adults, especially women, are more likely to develop this disease.