Asthma and Oral Health

Links between asthma and oral (mouth) health are growing stronger. There are now many research studies that show that asthma and asthma medications can affect the mouth. People with asthma and the oral health professionals who help them take care of their mouths and teeth need to know about this.

The Michigan Dept. of Health and Human Services Asthma and Oral Health programs have created two infographics to help explain the connection, and what to do to help.

• Infographic for people with asthma and their caregivers
• Fact sheet for oral health professionals
• Learn more about oral health

References for Infographics

• Michigan Oral Health Coalition, Check-Up on Oral Health: A Call to Action 2020 (pdf)
• Association between asthma and severe tooth loss in the adult population of the United States
• Association between asthma and caries-related salivary factors: a meta-analysis
• Association between asthma and periodontal disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis
• Association between asthma and dental caries in US (United States) adult population
• Prevalence Estimates for Risk Factors and Health Indicators – Michigan Behavioral Risk Factor Survey (2019) (pdf)
• American Dental Association, Mouth Healthy website; Erosion: Stomach Upset and Your Teeth
• American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology; Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)