← Return to Results of post radiation teeth extraction, implants and HBOT

Discussion
Comment receiving replies
Profile picture for jw9 @jw9

@lanig
Sorry for all you're going through. It sounds like you have good medical providers in a tough time. I thought I saw this post before....so I'm hoping if there are others who can comment on the implants you will hear from them here.

I had salivary cancer when I was 34. I had surgery and radiation because it was Stage II and they couldn't get a clear margin. Most people were much older than me in the waiting rooms and they had lost their teeth. So much has changed since then. I didn't listen to them. I was also someone who I thought took care of my teeth but after radiation I started using Phosflur mouthwash morning and night. I use a water pik and a gum stimulator.

Still, I ended up with gum disease. And wonder what's next. I hope you know that just by sharing, and then with replies, you are helping others learn about the process. I'm interested in they hyperbaric treatments (HBOT) Is the idea to oxygenate your gum tissues to boost healing? I will look again at the Head&Neck Cancer group to see if I can find other posts about implants.

Oh, when you are ready, I have found good info and support on the Osteoporosis & Bone Health group.
Thinking of you.

Jump to this post


Replies to "@lanig Sorry for all you're going through. It sounds like you have good medical providers in..."

@jw9 I’m so sorry I thought i replied to you but it didn’t post. Thank you for sharing your journey, 34 is so very young. Yes the HBOT is more of a preventive measure as I do not currently have ORN. It is supposed to stimulate red blood cells in the tissue and bones to help with healing as per my oral surgeon.

I did join the Osteoporosis and bone health group here at the Mayo Clinic. Lots of good information. Appreciate your response, take care!