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Braces And Celiac

Youngceliac16

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I just got braces about a month ago and have noticed my digestive system getting more sensetive (for about a month.) Could these be connected? And if so, does anybody know if the "cement" that they put the braces on with has glunten in it?

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blueeyedmanda Community Regular
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I don't believe it does. I had braces put on a few months after getting my diagnosis and wore them for 2 years. I never had any problems from them like that. Could there be any other places that you can be getting hidden gluten from?

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I don't believe it does. I had braces put on a few months after getting my diagnosis and wore them for 2 years. I never had any problems from them like that. Could there be any other places that you can be getting hidden gluten from?

Thanks blueeyedmanda! Yes, it is still possible that I am still getting hidden gluten. I was just diagnosed a few months ago so I'm still getting the hand of the whole gluten-free diet thing.

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I just got braces about a month ago and have noticed my digestive system getting more sensetive (for about a month.) Could these be connected? And if so, does anybody know if the "cement" that they put the braces on with has glunten in it?

Have your dentist check everything they use on you. Chances are the adhesives and such are okay but it is better to be safe than sorry. Celiac can also effect the strength of your tooth enamel so be sure to keep every cleaning appointment and do make sure that they check the pastes and such that they use when cleaning. I speak from past experience here. I had braces for 2 years and when they were removed I had over 20 cavities and 2 root canels that needed to be done. I didn't have regular cleanings during the time and really regreted it.

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I had braces for 2 years and when they were removed I had over 20 cavities and 2 root canels that needed to be done. I didn't have regular cleanings during the time and really regreted it.

I thankfully didn't have any cavities but I had the worst black mark/stains....and I was so scared they were never going to come off, turns out it was cement staining...yikes!

Raven makes a good point--at cleaning appointments have them check the paste for cleaning I know some member have posted about feeling ill after cleaning appointments. Good Luck :) You will love your smile when they come off. I had them as adult and it really does lift your self-esteem. I am very glad I did it.

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