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I am looking for the comment regarding Invisalign while on Reclast. I saw it earlier but my search isn't bringing it up.
This thread on dental work while on osteoporosis meds is really important, and my dentist thinks there are no concerns. I'm on my last 5 months of Forteo, and am researching and mentally preparing to start Reclast as per my endo's recommendation.
In the meantime I've had dental work done (crowns) with no issues, but at age 75 my lower teeth are becoming noticeably more crooked. They were slightly crooked most of my life, and my bite is becoming so off that I'm experiencing chipping. I've consulted with two orthodontists for a consult on both Invisalign and standard braces. I really wish I didn't need to do this at age 75 (!) but I also want to have good teeth as long as possible.
I would love to hear from anyone who has braces/invisilign while on osteoporosis meds and their experience.
Thanks.
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@kar50
I have invisalign while on Prolia and I've had no issues except that my teeth seem to be moving more slowly. I have to wear each tray longer than they say. I assume that is due to the bisphosphonates but don't know for sure. I am switching to Reclast next month. My bottom teeth were shifting forward so much that they were really crooked and overlapping which made it hard to keep them clean. They felt that I would be able to reduce the potential of dental problems w/those teeth if we could fix the crowding.
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@kar50
I have come to the conclusion that there is no perfect osteoporosis medication....yet. Maybe some day. It seems every one of them has a side effect.
But, where would we be if there were no medications at all? So I'm thankful for the choices that are out there.
Anyway, I did have Invisiligns top and bottom during
Prolia and then TYMLOS.
I can't think of any reason why any treatment would interfere with Invisiligns.
It is simply a matter of molds, Xrays and the actual Invisiligns.
Unless if you are having extractions or implants, I would think you would be just fine and happy to have a beautiful smile!!