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Dental extraction while taking Prolia,
Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Nov 3, 2023 | Replies (17)Comment receiving replies
I have been on Prolia injections for several years. During those years I had one tooth extraction and it went well enough. This time I need my front tooth removed and will wear a temporary resin tray of some sort u til the bone and graph heals long enough to move forward with a permanent implant. My dentist has me in antibiotics and a few days before the procedure to start this dental rinse. He told me that being in Prolia increases my chances of healing properly and there is a 3% of the implant failing. He is a great dentist and I have known him for over 20 years. I know he is concerned about me being on Prolia and having this procedure. Can someone help me understand what is going onv I thought having Prolia injections every 6 months is suppose to help my bones?
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I had the same procedure you are talking about while on Prolia. Front tooth extracted and implant installed. I followed all instructions and after a few months had a new tooth and no further problems. Sounds like your dentist is well aware of Prolia and will take good care of you. Good luck!
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Since you have had dental work in the past while on Prolia, and it was a successful procedure, it seems to me you should be okay. All of these medications that strengthen our bones seem to pose a slightly higher risk for problems. If you find out why this is true, please let me know. I am about to go on Prolia, after much thought and research about these choices. I will keep you in my prayers.