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TKR #2..... Lessons I am learning
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Feb 3, 2023 | Replies (64)Comment receiving replies
I had a similar situation. Right after my first TKR in 2019, I discovered that I had a tooth infection. My surgeon and my dentist got together and I had to take an antibiotic one hour before the dentist appointment.
I have to continue that regimen every time I am having dental work. It’s especially important before a cleaning when the hygienist digs out the junk from around the gum line.
I had my second TKR in 2020.
My knees can be a bit stiff at times, but at least I don’t have the awful pain anymore!
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Good evening @SusanEllen66, My goodness, you have been a Connect member for quite some time. I am happy to meet you. On Friday, I have my first dental appointment after my TKR. I showed up first without amoxicillin and was sent home to make sure my surgeon gave me the correct prescription. You are absolutely correct that it is critically important for the cleaning.
Congratulations on being pain-free now. Do you still do exercises daily? Do they help with the stiffness?
May you have happiness and the causes of happiness.
Chris