Ask A Question
 
rnpatel
Fresh Boarder
Blog Posts: 0
Forum Posts: 4
Rating: 0ApplaudCriticize
Posted 5 Years, 11 Months ago #1
I have a question to ask people on the net.

Could excessive Vitamin B complex worsen dental/gum problems ?

I am 51 yr male with CAD and gum disease. I have been taking Vitamin B complex for many years. Specificly, I am taking B-50. When I take B-50 once daily, my gum and teeth seem to be ok. When I take it twice daily, one in the moring and one in the evening, I often have problems with my gum and teeth. I go to my dentist to have deep clean three times a year. Last time I had gum problem was two weeks after my deep clean done and one week after I took B-50 twice daily.

Is this common ? Any theory to explain it ?
The topic has been locked.
matriley
Fresh Boarder
Blog Posts: 0
Forum Posts: 2
Rating: 0ApplaudCriticize
Posted 5 Years, 11 Months ago #2
I chew Arm&Hammer baking soda gum after each meal/snack. I follow that with a plastic toothpick. It's kept my gums healthy. The chewing gum stops the acid attack that occurs after you finish eating.
The topic has been locked.
rnpatel
Fresh Boarder
Blog Posts: 0
Forum Posts: 4
Rating: 0ApplaudCriticize
Posted 5 Years, 11 Months ago #3
Thanks for the info. I never thought about the loss of something caused by high intake of something else. I guess I have to keep balanced. Yes,
I do take Vitamin C and extra folic acid besides B-50. They are helpful.

Thanks to everybody for the replies so far.
The topic has been locked.
rnpatel
Fresh Boarder
Blog Posts: 0
Forum Posts: 4
Rating: 0ApplaudCriticize
Posted 5 Years, 11 Months ago #4
Thanks for the replies so far.

I need to make myself more clear.

My cardiologist asked me to take Foltx, a product containing B6, B12 and
Folic acid. I could not find it at local stores, thus I am taking B-50.

Almost every time one or two weeks after I took B-50 twice daily, I started to have gum problems. I don't have the same problem when I take
B-50 once daily. When I switched from twice daily back to once daily, the gum problem would go away by itslf. That's why I suspected my gum problem has something to do with too much Vitamin B complex.

Any Ideas ?
The topic has been locked.
NealNool
Fresh Boarder
Blog Posts: 0
Forum Posts: 3
Rating: 0ApplaudCriticize
Posted 5 Years, 11 Months ago #5
Look at periodonta work. The surgery is not too bad but make sure you have your dental insurance lined up. Cost ~3 or 4 thousand. Consists of removing damaged gums which enables better future gum health. Is difficult to clean pocketed/ damaged gums. You will need your regular dentist too so stay in touch and speak about periodontal options.

I had it done and gums are all two's if you know what that means.
Cost 2400 out of pocket...Ouch so split your year wisely!!

Lot's of health issue's dealing with dental health even cardio implications. My dentist's says there should not be a separation of medical and dental health insurance.

Maybe in my lifetime?
The topic has been locked.
The Content on this site is provided for general information purposes only. Your use of the Content, or any part thereof, is made solely at Your own risk and responsibility. By entering this site you declare you read and agreed to its Terms, Rules & Privacy.
Copyright © 2006 - 2010 Cardio Files