I was just told my aunt is on crack. I noticed her teeth , which she always had nice teeth, were falling out. It is really gross. Is that from the crack?
2006-12-15 00:43:47 · 6 answers · asked by sshhmmee2000 6 in Health ➔ Other - Health
In short, the answer is YES. Read on:
"Oral manifestations similar
Even though the duration of effects is different with CNS stimulants, the oral manifestations are similar to a point. Cocaine and methamphetamines cause xerostomia (dry mouth) because of the decrease in the salivary flow, which also contributes to an increased decay rate. The type of carious lesions seen in these individuals resembles "radiation decay. It is large, dark in color and appears at the cervical one third of the tooth at the gum line. There is some debate whether these drugs contribute to periodontal disease because of patient neglect or apathy, or whether the xerostomia and anorexia caused by the drugs are the predominant factors.
Cocaine also causes small vessel vasoconstriction which retards the healing process and therefore would be a factor in the progression of periodontal disease.
The anorexia caused by cocaine and amphetamines results in specific oral manifestations seen in malnourished individuals or in individuals with eating disorders. Angular cheilitis ("cracking" or inflammation at the corners of the mouth or lips), candidiasis or thrush and glossdynia (pain or a burning sensation of the tongue) are the three most common pathological conditions related to the anorexia. Necrotizing gingivitis has also been observed in these individuals as a result of poor diet and stress. Even though these abusers brush their teeth, they will still have halitosis: the ketotic odor resembles alcohol.
In their "high" state, abusers tend to brush their teeth very aggressively resulting in severe toothbrush abrasion and gingival laceration. While in a euphoric state, these individuals brux constantly. This severe bruxism can lead to TMJ syndrome, myofacial pain dysfunction, incisal and occlusal wear/attrition and bilateral massetter muscle hypertrophy. If parotid glad enlargement induced by alcohol and bilateral massetter muscle hypertrophy occur in the same individual, his face takes on a chipmunk appearance. Although, there are a number of oral manifestations common with abuse of either drug. Individuals dependent on cocaine exhibit specific manifestations inherent with their drug of choice."
2006-12-15 00:55:09 · answer #1 · answered by Zelda Hunter 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
in case you are able to't have the funds for or stumble on a more effective type of weed that provides you with larger than a touch buzz, then you are able to't have the funds for/stumble on a more effective drug. Haha, and also you def. can't have the funds for crack or cocaine. Crack keeps you intense for a jiffy and is intense priced. Coke is complicated to locate and so intense priced that you does no longer be able to have the funds for your habit. Crack is somewhat addictive. you'll in no way get an same intense you probably did the first time you're attempting it, yet you'll spend a lot money attempting to that it truly is ridiculous. It also stinks and scents like burning rubber. OH and it may positioned a hollow on your nostril and throat. It makes you very paranoid that can bring about you hurting persons. Coke isn't as solid as coke, even with the undeniable fact that it very last more and fee extra. It supplies you a good type of ability. yet besides motives you to have severe moods. which ability the littlest element will piss you off and also you may finally end up doing something stupid (Like pulling a gun on someone) with out even wondering about it. Meth will keep you up for days and spells like cat pi$$. it truly is going to also reason your the teeth to fall out. It also makes you itch and also you may scratch till you've thoroughly ruined your pores and skin. Prescription pills are also enormously addictive, they could be able to get enormously expensive, and they are basic to mix the incorrect issues with. different pills do various of issues. At 14, you are able to't have the funds for any of this anyhow.
2016-11-26 20:51:24 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yep. Crack and Meth will ruin the teeth. Meth more than crack though. She may be a meth head, not a crack head.
Whichever, your aunt is in serious trouble and someone needs to try to get through to her.
2006-12-15 01:07:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is dear, and your aunt has had to be using this drug for quite some time for that to happen. I know that you are young, and I hope that your family is trying to get "intervention" for your aunt. If not, you must be prepared for the worse. Never trust anything that your "aunt" tells you and Never do anything she "asks" you to do. Do not let her in your room, in your house, and do not lend her any money. A person, no matter how much you may love them, are not to be trusted, on this drug they will say and do anything to get to the Next Fix! Take care of yourself. And Good Luck.
2006-12-15 00:55:27 · answer #4 · answered by peaches 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be, but messed up teeth is more consistent with Meth (crank) addiction. Its a combination of the drugs actually eating away at gums and teeth and lack of dental hygiene on the addict's part.
2006-12-15 00:54:04 · answer #5 · answered by s_bodhi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she hadnt been taking care of her teeth well, the crack could have speed-up the rotting process.
2006-12-15 01:44:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋