Dental problems can occur with different frequencies and different degrees of severity in many forms of Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB).
In some forms of EB, tooth damage is hard to avoid, since genetic enamel defects exist. But even with forms of EB where there are no enamel defects, blister formation or difficulty in opening the mouth can often lead to oral hygiene difficulties, and ultimately tooth decay.
With appropriate care, a dental healthy diet, regular dental check-ups and professional oral hygiene, damage to the baby teeth, as well as the permanent teeth, in many cases may be decreased. debra of America has compiled a list of helpful resources on oral health care for Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) for both the patient and oral health care providers.
