Protein/UpCalD causes more plaque on teeth??

jenysez1
on 9/25/11 4:05 am - LA

Just curious if anyone notices more plaque build up on there teeth. I definately know protein shakes cause bad breath, but been noticing I am getting more plaque build up on my teeth since the surgery, so it is either protein shakes, Up Cal D, or my multi vitamin. I am a picky teeth person so I am forever with my scaler scrapping off yuck. Has anyone noticed this or am I just crazy.

Jenny

poet_kelly
on 9/25/11 4:17 am - OH

RNY on 11/04/08

No, I have not noticed that. I don't know how a calcium or multivitamin supplement would make more plaque on your teeth. I'm not sure about the protein shake, but I don't think mine do that.

Kelly

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Kathleen F.
on 9/25/11 4:24 am, edited 1/25/12 10:48 am

DS on 01/02/01

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jenysez1
on 9/25/11 5:04 am - LA

RNY on 08/11/11

I am new out so, they havent went over my labs, I need take some at my 2 week post op appt, but they didnt really tell me anything about it. I went for my 4 week and they didnt do blood, I do go back in 3 mths and I know they are running labs then.. I hope everything is good b/c I am taking everything as told. I am not eathing any sugar or carbs, so I should be good on that too.thanks Jenny

(deactivated member)
on 9/25/11 4:29 am - Woodbridge, VA

No, for me, carbs (especially sugar) are what make my teeth feel grimy. My diet of protein, non-starchy veggies, and a little dairy helps keep my teeth much healthier.

edeldog13
on 9/25/11 7:10 am - MO

DS on 08/29/11

Hey Jenny,
I have found the same thing. It does seem to be Protein shake caused! for me. YUCK!

Chickenboob
on 9/25/11 7:15 am - Rockland, Canada

ugh totally!!!! GROSS!!! I hate it. I have to brush my teeth more often, My dentist suggested using listerine a few times per day to keep the baceria levels as low as possible during the day.