Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) helps manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings in individuals battling opioid addiction. Despite their effectiveness, these medications can cause xerostomia (dry mouth) and an increased craving for sweet foods. These factors together contribute to accelerated dental decay, gum disease, and oral infections. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning in January
How medication-assisted treatment impacts oral health originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
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