Hello...

I'm 3+ months pre-op - hopefully converting a band to the bypass. I've heard recently on some online forums that people with bypass are more likely to have issues with their teeth post-op. That's even if they are taking all of their supplements. Has anyone actually encountered this as a by-product of surgery?

Funny you should post this. As I was brushing my teeth this morning I noticed several were very sensitive to cold water and just kind of felt like they ached. I just chalked it up to the weather and arthritis and all the rest of aches and pain reasons I have. But then I wondered about rapid weight loss and how much different my face was even. I would wonder if that would cause any issues with teeth as well. I will put that on my question list for Dr. in 2 weeks. My surgery was Oct 26th, 2015 so I am at the 3 month point.

I have not had any problems and was worried about this going in. I was told if we stay on top of our Calcium and Protein and get regular check ups it should not be a problem.

I go to the dentist every 4 months for cleanings and checks and my gums actually improved.

I asked my dentist about this, and he said he's never seen that - but for all I know he may only have 3 or 4 WLS patients, so he may not have that much to base it on. But he did tell me to keep on top of my calcium supplementation, and he also gave me some prescription toothpaste that's really high in fluoride (he said that should help if the problem comes from excessive acid).

to add to what djmohr said, I don't have as much tartar buildup anymore. I was thinking it might be due to eating fewer carbs?? Not sure.