Pollen or dust allergy can affect oral health The Spanish Society of Periodontics and Osseointegration (SEPA) provides 5 tips to alleviate the consequences of allergy on oral health. Common Effects of Allergy: Pain and sensitivity In order to fight external agents that cause allergy to our body such as pollen or dust, the immune system of the airways secretes mucus. This can accumulate in the maxillary sinuses and exert pressure on the upper molar teeth causing pain in the area. Dehydration, dry mouth, caries and bad breath Taking certain antihistamine medications against allergy symptoms can cause, as a side effect, dry mouth. Having the nostrils clogged by the mucus, we…