It has been known for some time that there is a strong link between psoriasis and arthritis, as a large number of people who suffer from psoriasis also have an associated form of arthritis. It has also recently emerged that there may be a link to poor dental health too.
Psoriasis is one of the most common health concerns, in terms of skin health, with a large number of people suffering from the disease. It generally manifests as itchy, flaky patches of skin, but can be linked to a variety of other health concerns.
Researchers have found that whilst sufferers of psoriasis don’t have any greater incidences of gum disease or build-up of plaque on their teeth, they do have increased incidences of weak teeth of poor tooth attachment. This can lead to tooth loss, pain and other associated problems. Following on from the research, the people responsible for the study have advised that all those who suffer from psoriatic arthritis contact their dentist to talk to them about the security of their tooth attachment.
The research was carried out by looking at 100 people, half of whom did have psoriatic arthritis and half of whom didn’t. Tooth-related factors were then measured, such as plaque levels, gingivitis, gum health and clinical attachment loss. Tooth attachment represents how well the tooth is connected to the jaw bone and gums.
Psoriatic arthritis causes painful inflammation in the joints and can greatly affect the wellbeing of those affected. It can be a difficult and upsetting condition to live with and sufferers may feel that this latest news about tooth problems is a further blow to their wellbeing.
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