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Dear Lori,
Thank you so very much for checking in on me. How very kind of you to continue to be involved with my journey after you have already given me so much guidance and valuable information !!!!
I have place my dental situation on hold. I believe that the extraction was successful and that the healing is complete. I have not returned to have it checked because the oral surgeon said that I did not need to return unless I had a problem At some point I plan to contact the Denture specialist and follow his plan.
I have been dealing with sever shoulder joint and arm muscle pain and increasing difficulty with mobility. I have been advised to have my shoulders replaced. I am also struggling with whether or not to continue with Reclast since my first infusion was in March of 2022. My endocrinologist says that I must stay on a Biphosphonate. I am struggling with what is the best
plan. I am going to receive my second vaccine of Shringrix tomorrow and then I can check off that box !
I promise to keep you informed as to my dental progress. It is a great comfort to me to know that you are available to help me. I trust you ! Holly Sajovec
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Good morning, Holly. It’s really encouraging to hear you’re doing so well with the healing around the extraction. And waiting for replacements is just fine. In fact, the bone will have more opportunity to fill in and remodel itself there.
But, aw, I’m really sad to hear you’re in so much pain with your arms and shoulders…and not being able to get around as easily with your arthritis. Are you able to walk around outside to get some fresh air and sunshine?
I really don’t have experience in taking osteoporosis medications but I do know there are different products more suitable to each patient, depending on their health, the reason for their osteoporosis and other medications they’re taking. So make sure you talk this over with your endocrinologist to help make the right decision.
I’m hoping the shoulder surgery brings you some much needed relief! Again, not my area of experience other than having a friend who had her shoulder replaced. It was a game changer for her! Uncomfortable initially, of course, but it made such a huge improvement in her life with being able to use her dominant arm again! So I certainly wish the same results for you.
We do have a number of members who have undergone total shoulder replacements and thought this might be a good place for you to start your next adventure, with these two discussions:
How should I prepare for shoulder replacement surgery?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/shoulder-replacement-6/
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This discussion is very current and @tfarizona would be a great source for any questions you might have about your upcoming surgery.
Total shoulder replacement one month later
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/total-shoulder-replacement-one-month-later/
I know you have a few decisions coming up with the surgery and osteo meds, Holly and I’m not much use there. But when you get to the dental portion of your “re-do” I’m more than happy to help you work through those questions and decisions. ☺️ Huge hug! Lori.