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Autoimmune Series Part 3: Oral Health Effects of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Oral Health Effects of Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Innovative Dentistry - Seattle Dentist

Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), are a group of autoimmune diseases that result in chronic inflammation in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The two main diseases identified in this group are Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. The resulting symptoms are painful due to chronic inflammation, eventually damaging the GI tract. Both diseases must be diagnosed by a … Read more

Autoimmune Series Part 2: Psoriasis Impact on Oral Health

Psoriasis Impact on Oral Health - Seattle Dentist at Innovative Dentistry

Understanding Psoriasis Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease that primarily affects the skin. However, it can also impact other parts of the body, including your mouth. If you have psoriasis, it’s important to understand how this condition might affect your oral health. 5 Different Types of Psoriasis Plaque Psoriasis: When most people hear the term, … Read more

Autoimmune Series Part 1: Rheumatoid Arthritis and Oral Health

Rheumatoid Arthritis - Medical X-Rays - Seattle Dentist

Rheumatoid Arthritis, and how it affects your oral health. This month we’re kicking off a new blog series here at Innovative Dentistry in SLU! Every other month through 2019 we will be highlighting a different autoimmune disease and the impacts it has on oral health, and vice versa. Autoimmune diseases are diseases that spread throughout … Read more