Guest guest Posted January 7, 2010 Report Share Posted January 7, 2010 i remember a discussion here or pecanbread about teeth changes on scd the past few days i've noticed a grayish color to the teeth next to my front ones -and looking close it even look like some " transparent " spots - thoughts?? thanks Eileen scd 2 years fri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2010 Report Share Posted January 7, 2010 I'm not a dentist but the eye teeth are darker than the front ones. I would be more concerned with diet and tooth development on pecanbread.com- because the adult teeth are forming in childhood- before they appear in the mouth. SCD is a very healthy diet and tooth development is more likely to be affected by illness. Weston Price ( a dentist ) has some interesting theories on the effect of our SAD on dental development. Personally, I would not see how SCD would effect tooth enamel in adults. But then I hope Terry sees this and gives us the official word. PJ > > i remember a discussion here or pecanbread about teeth changes on scd > the past few days i've noticed a grayish color to the teeth next to my front ones -and looking close it even look like some " transparent " spots - thoughts?? > thanks Eileen scd 2 years fri > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2010 Report Share Posted January 7, 2010 Both my husband and I feel this wierd enamel-feeling in our teeth. We are only on Day 11. I'm also hearing a lot about teeth-issues here and on pecanbread. I read somewhere that this diet causes our saliva to be overly acidic? What will this do to my poor kids' teeth?? Dawna Kids on SCD since Nov. 09 Dh and I on SCD since Dec. 28th. 09 > > > > i remember a discussion here or pecanbread about teeth changes on scd > > the past few days i've noticed a grayish color to the teeth next to my front ones -and looking close it even look like some " transparent " spots - thoughts?? > > thanks Eileen scd 2 years fri > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2010 Report Share Posted January 7, 2010 thanks -i do have tons of extra plague with scd too -but this notjust the eye teeth - it's the one right next to the front and a bit of the eye- so noticable too thnaks eileen > > > > > > i remember a discussion here or pecanbread about teeth changes on scd > > > the past few days i've noticed a grayish color to the teeth next to my front ones -and looking close it even look like some " transparent " spots - thoughts?? > > > thanks Eileen scd 2 years fri > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2010 Report Share Posted January 7, 2010 For the first few months on the diet, I had unusually high tartar buildup. It went away once my body adjusted to SCD. Of course, the best move is to get your teeth cleaned every 6 months, brush and floss daily, and use a fluoride rinse. (Sorry, my dad's a dentist and I've been indoctrinated.) , SCD 3 years, CD 12 years > > i remember a discussion here or pecanbread about teeth changes on scd > the past few days i've noticed a grayish color to the teeth next to my front ones -and looking close it even look like some " transparent " spots - thoughts?? > thanks Eileen scd 2 years fri > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2010 Report Share Posted January 7, 2010 Hi all, I am replying to the digest for the first time, so I hope it gets to all of you. I cannot conceive in any way that SCD makes the saliva acidic any more than any other 'diet'. We all have a natural buffering capacity in our saliva and it protects our teeth. It can be genetic, or a lack of it as well, hence some people think they have 'soft' teeth, when in actuality they don't have good saliva buffers. However, all of that can be overcome with good diet and excellent, diligent oral hygiene. As far as color changes in teeth on SCD, a few people have mentioned them here and are adamant about them. I find it hard to believe. There are only a few reasons for color changes in teeth and diet is not one of them. In 25 years I have never seen anyone's teeth change color due to diet. Common causes of color changes in teeth are trauma, pulpal necrosis, bleaching and decay. Teeth can naturally have different colors and different translucencies, but if you are concerned about color changes, you should consult with your family dentist, who knows your teeth as reasonably well as you. Increased plaque accumulation can be countered with diligent oral hygiene practice. One must be careful on SCD not to overdo sweets, just as any other eating plan. Just because we have digestive issues and are allowed to eat honey does not mean we should overdo. I hope this answers some concerns. Terry Rumas, DMD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2010 Report Share Posted January 8, 2010 thanks so much Terri eileen > > Hi all, > > I am replying to the digest for the first time, so I hope it gets to all of you. > > I cannot conceive in any way that SCD makes the saliva acidic any more than any other 'diet'. We all have a natural buffering capacity in our saliva and it protects our teeth. It can be genetic, or a lack of it as well, hence some people think they have 'soft' teeth, when in actuality they don't have good saliva buffers. However, all of that can be overcome with good diet and excellent, diligent oral hygiene. > > As far as color changes in teeth on SCD, a few people have mentioned them here and are adamant about them. I find it hard to believe. There are only a few reasons for color changes in teeth and diet is not one of them. In 25 years I have never seen anyone's teeth change color due to diet. Common causes of color changes in teeth are trauma, pulpal necrosis, bleaching and decay. Teeth can naturally have different colors and different translucencies, but if you are concerned about color changes, you should consult with your family dentist, who knows your teeth as reasonably well as you. > > Increased plaque accumulation can be countered with diligent oral hygiene practice. > > One must be careful on SCD not to overdo sweets, just as any other eating plan. Just because we have digestive issues and are allowed to eat honey does not mean we should overdo. > > I hope this answers some concerns. > > Terry Rumas, DMD > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2010 Report Share Posted January 8, 2010 Common causes of color changes in teeth are trauma, pulpal necrosis, bleaching and decay. Could a radical change in diet like starting the SCD be considered 'trauma'? Peace =)Alyssa 15 yoUC April 2008, dx Sept 2008SCD June 2009 (restarted)Rowasa enema 1x daily Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2010 Report Share Posted January 8, 2010 I don't think the diet necessarily causes teeth problems. I've been on SCD for a little over a year, and haven't had any problems (no extra plaque, not odd color changes, etc.). My hygienist always remarks that I must take really good care of my teeth (I don't, so I give the credit to my Sonicare toothbrush). I do drink grape juice and green tea, so need to be careful that they don't stain my teeth (just a little extra attention to the lower front ones usually). Holly Crohn's SCD 12/01/08 > > Both my husband and I feel this wierd enamel-feeling in our teeth. We are only on Day 11. I'm also hearing a lot about teeth-issues here and on pecanbread. I read somewhere that this diet causes our saliva to be overly acidic? What will this do to my poor kids' teeth?? > > Dawna > Kids on SCD since Nov. 09 > Dh and I on SCD since Dec. 28th. 09 > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 <<<<Could a radical change in diet like starting the SCD be considered 'trauma'?>>>>> No Alyssa. Trauma is physical trauma to a tooth or teeth such as, a tooth getting hit by a hockey puck or hitting the dashboard in a car accident or just falling and hitting your front tooth. This causes the pulp to die and release hemoglobin, which then causes the tooth to turn color. I have had patients try much more 'traumatic' diets than SCD, like the apple cider vinegar diet, grapefruit only diet, etc., without any color changes to the teeth. SCD is not a traumatic diet to the body because it is a balanced diet; it contains all the macro and micro nutrients the body needs and does not stress the body like some extreme diets that are in the news. It does not acidify nor alkinalize the body for this reason. As Elaine said, it is a balanced, healthy diet. Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 <<<<Could a radical change in diet like starting the SCD be considered 'trauma'?>>>>>No Alyssa. Trauma is physical trauma to a tooth or teeth such as, a tooth getting hit by a hockey puck or hitting the dashboard in a car accident or just falling and hitting your front tooth. This causes the pulp to die and release hemoglobin, which then causes the tooth to turn color. I have had patients try much more 'traumatic' diets than SCD, like the apple cider vinegar diet, grapefruit only diet, etc., without any color changes to the teeth.SCD is not a traumatic diet to the body because it is a balanced diet; it contains all the macro and micro nutrients the body needs and does not stress the body like some extreme diets that are in the news. It does not acidify nor alkinalize the body for this reason. As Elaine said, it is a balanced, healthy diet.Gotcha, thanks. I wonder why the teeth problems then? I haven't had color changes, but I went through a phase when I was in a die-off flare where I had about twice as much plaque as usual. Went away though after a while. Peace =)Alyssa 15 yoUC April 2008, dx Sept 2008SCD June 2009 (restarted)Chinese Herbs (not legal but helping!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 <<<<Could a radical change in diet like starting the SCD be considered 'trauma'?>>>>>No Alyssa. Trauma is physical trauma to a tooth or teeth such as, a tooth getting hit by a hockey puck or hitting the dashboard in a car accident or just falling and hitting your front tooth. This causes the pulp to die and release hemoglobin, which then causes the tooth to turn color. I have had patients try much more 'traumatic' diets than SCD, like the apple cider vinegar diet, grapefruit only diet, etc., without any color changes to the teeth.SCD is not a traumatic diet to the body because it is a balanced diet; it contains all the macro and micro nutrients the body needs and does not stress the body like some extreme diets that are in the news. It does not acidify nor alkinalize the body for this reason. As Elaine said, it is a balanced, healthy diet.Gotcha, thanks. I wonder why the teeth problems then? I haven't had color changes, but I went through a phase when I was in a die-off flare where I had about twice as much plaque as usual. Well, the bacteria live in the plaque, so maybe it was dying off in the intestines and other bacteria were trying to overgrow in your mouth - or something lovely like that. <g>Mara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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