Chemo sucks. In peace and caring. About your bald head - have you looked at Titillating Turbans? Mine came back but are really puny - just like the hair on the remainder of my body, including my head. When the front teeth break, especially in children, it is usually due to a fall a fall or a hit to the face or mouth. Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to treat cancer. Those with brittle teeth must avoid eating and drinking certain things. If it had been winter I would have worn hats and scarves. 710 0 obj <> endobj K�������t������`A��o�89��L�4�*���c�`CCE�(���h``���X2%ށC��� �|����~ -Ġ@``df�c�1c0q�,��yѸe�����O���%�gTHp�Nb�q�ڍ�?nS`P�`ۖ����e`�/2��@:���p��t]�,�| �[�8���5�f:H,���2X�� �W �A�+ I've had root canals and 2 implants...all prior to my cancer diagnosis. B�$�t�2-��i�ͪ���-�P*� Always have. Dental treatment during chemotherapy? Hydration is vitally important for your body to take in the toxicity while flushing it. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy damage healthy cells as well, which can leave your teeth vulnerable to infection. I’ve had about 4 of my teeth break off. Today 2.5 years post treatments I've had a long-time filling (20 yrs old) needed to be redone, but nothing else outside of routine checkup....yeah! Dehydration. You can go to the Penn Dental School even if you do not work there....I just thought you did. With a weakened immune system, even the great bacteria in the mouth can cause infection. Ro, thank you for understanding I wish you were here to talk to, I feel so isolated, my white count is down, so I'm afraid of going in public of getting sick. Had no clue they were out there. Hope you have a good day soon......then unfortunately it is time for another chemo! I try not to eat food that requires too much chewing. ��$R��_ #>d0 * The side effects can hurt and make it hard to eat, talk, and swallow. (What in the heck is an implant made out of? I did have an abdominal abscess though while on chemo. Man, my head was white! Black teeth may start as spots on the teeth that appear brown or gray in color. Ask your dentist to show you the best ways to brush and floss your teeth during chemotherapy. If you are having head and neck radiation though, it can cause variations in the saliva or salivary glands and cause the dry mouth, etc., which can cause decay. Thanks for the info. Chemotherapy destroys white blood cells, weakening your immune system. Problems with teeth are the most common. It makes sense that weakened teeth are more likely to chip than strong teeth. Several oral problems can occur during high-dose chemotherapy. So while I was there, I did ask him if chemo has any effect on the teeth and 2) what about long-term effects of radiation. what have others done to get their teeth covered. Teeth are breaking from previous chemotherapy. ago, chemo didn't help, put me on strong antibiotic and going to call my oncologist, says it needs to be pulled. So when you go to get your hair cut, make it a party, take family and friends for support. Invasive high dose chemotherapy may cause teeth agenesis. Today is day 14 post chemo hiair is falling out, blah. These problems should all be addressed in order to reduce the risk of complications. Mine is 25K to fix teeth I have dental (delta veterans) but it only covers 1500 per year. Your mouth has to stay moist to help eliminate the cavity causing germs. Chemotherapy and teeth breaking. Come to think about it, it was about 3 or 4 years later that I was diagnosed with cancer. what a ripoff.. that is after you've paid $600 in premiums. Rosey, don't you work at Penn? My chemo was only delayed a week, but I did not have the problems with my WBC like you do. Again, so comfortable and pretty. Another person may have different problems. Very emotional.. Imackie48, Brush your teeth and gums after every meal. Brittle teeth are dangerous because they can break off or fall out. Chemotherapy causes other side effects in children, depending on the child’s age. I too started having problems with my teeth, which were well kept up, my gums hurt so bad had to take a viciden, throbbing so bad. If not, they can do a bone graft to strengthen the bone. It's important to know that side effects in the mouth can be serious. They are wonderful and oh so expensive (tune of $2200, plus crown at $800). My best to you, Rosey, and I hope your dental problems are simple fixes. any ideas as to getting the courage for yet more torture? * Dry mouth. I just don't want to spend the bucks on an implant. * If the side effects are bad, you may not be able to keep up with your cancer treatment. 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I sat on the bed with a plastic bag and pulled the hair out. I will be keep you in my prayers asI do all the ladies on this site. I do know I felt remarkably better when I had two teeth with prior root canals pulled. C an you get a tooth pulled while on chemo? Can you have dental work done while on chemo? I kept up with regular checkups and cleanings and had no unusual problems. Please advise. What you'll find each of us has different dental issues, don't think just because you have chemo your teeth expenditures will increase. I used to cry every time a tooth broke, now it's old hat. Makes sense, but when they do a bridge even when removing one tooth, file down the tooth in front and back (either side of extracted tooth), basically making it thinner and less strong. With an implant, a device is first screwed into the place where the tooth used to be. Haven't decided on an implant or not. First, while the chemotherapy knocks out cancer cells, it also knocks down all your blood counts What's pertinent to your teeth and mouth is a condition called neutropenia, an abnormally low count of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell that helps fight off infections, particularly those caused by bacteria and fungi. Two of those molars had had root canals, I'm nearly certain. Had my root canal pulled yesterday, it didn't go easy, theI tooth broke into pieces and had to have stitches. Chemotherapy drugs are one of the most common treatments for many different types of cancer. Titianium is used for the screw. Some things that reduce the strength of a tooth include: Tooth decay and cavities eat away at enamel. Hang in there, Sending (((HUGS)))) your way. Chemo has not made them any worse. Hair coming out, sorry you are blah feeling. 6v�f�x�J��'X���f������Ň��WR {e�h �X�8_?�����붜�YtE>�U�)��o�`B�6���#T�6�|ܧI���B�7�?a)a�p��n���A�\�ʇ�����̳��ɟ�kim[Ց��0�#l� Delayed Growth. I had a hole in my mouth from an extraction for 18 months since I could not have it worked on during treatment. Most of the oral complications caused by chemotherapy are short term and typically resolve after treatment ends. By treating areas of concern you may reduce possible dental side effects associated with chemotherapy and radiation. It was a nice feeling to know that they supported me. About 9 months after chemo, I had a root canal absess. Yeah sure doc....I should really believe you???? I new I was dragging for a reason. Docs are suggesting to have that tooth pulled vs. root canal procedure and then get a bridge if in middle of teeth lineup. this is unfair. Will the zoom treatment help, I am concerned that any whitening treatment will make my teeth more sensitive. Brittle teeth can be caused by many different conditions or habits. These changes may lead to mouth sores, infections, and tooth decay. This summary is about oral complications caused by chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Keep warm, wrap in a blanket and wear a wool hat. * Change in taste. hޤV�o�6�W�Cr$Ň���������0Ʀm�2�It��ߝ�4�&]�A������w�M��&� !pL�Hh��L��%)� S�֖e���2���IƄ5��������M���b�`p���0/yX��r0�� T�x����卾��v���"m!�}����Ng Many of my friends said they did the same? Bn �W�εX 8�� ��9� _z�H)s�H����k:�1�� {�1��*MF��{��aDO��__ L��9 * Infection. Many medical conditions can lead to brittle teeth. Saw dentist two months before start of sandwich treatment but not since. On a side note, since you are on chemo or between chemo, you may want to have your teeth fixed because you do not want to get an infection from your teeth. The problems depend on the chemotherapy drugs and how your body reacts to them. Also curious: for two days after my extractions (all done within an hour!). They just took it out and I really felt better once it was removed. So I too have gone nearly a year with two missing upper molars Yet have curiously had no problem chewing. I really need one more on the other side, but after researching I'm not having it done. Now I can't eat again, just when I was eating, now this. h�bbd``b`>$� �tH�&�XW��5! (Am lucky to have great med insurance, but dental is mediocre at best.). In my 33 years, I’ve never had a single cavity and always practiced excellent dental hygiene, yet I still experienced extreme teeth sensitivity post-chemo—so bad that I thought there must have been a cracked tooth in my mouth—and I came out … %%EOF Dental and oral side effects can make it difficult to eat, talk, chew, or swallow. Listen to the Cancer.Net Podcast: Dental Health During Cancer Treatment, adapted from this content.Many cancer treatments have side effects that affect a person's mouth, teeth, and salivary glands. they don't pay claims the first year. Hang in there. I am thinking of checking out permanent eye make up, but have not done it yet. Am broke enough from the holiday season without facing major dental bills. Trish, I cannot force myself to shave my head, let it fall,out by itself, I did cut it to about 1/2 inch. It's so disappointing to be doing everyting thing you are told to do only to find out that your teeth are getting worse. The content on this site is for informational purposes only. Copyright 2000-2019 © Cancer Survivors Network. 0 Oral chemotherapy (chemo) is medicine used to shrink a tumor or kill cancer cells. I was eating rice one night and had a hard crunch like a rock was in my mouth. I had already cut my hair short and so did my family before starting chemo, so we could donate the hair. Use of this online service is subject to the disclaimer and the terms and conditions. Prior to cancer when gyn exams were infrequent, I used to say I'd rather have a Pap smear than my teeth cleaned. People can get temporary mouth sores from chemotherapy. I don't know if it was related to the chemo or not - I saw the dentist, the endodontist, and finally the oral surgeon and none of them said anything, but it still makes you wonder, doesn't it? I have bad teeth. oh well it could be the region and the weather. I'm cold all the time I'll just be wearing hats through the winter. I hope this is not going to be the case for me, but if after the UPSC/clear cell diagnosis, the chemo helps me to live for another decade, with worsening teeth, I'll consider myself lucky. Really can see why bridges aren't the greatest as well. And I don't think it was psychological, for I was exepcting to feel horrid for a week or so. Glad you have something to help it. Oh my gosh!! trish. And while those drugs kill cancer cells, they also can harm normal cells. My sister and daughter did not know what I was doing in my room. These spots may then progress to black. Irene. (I do know some adults even their fifties and sixties who have never had one!). My hubbie has an artificial hip and knee....stems are all titanium, too. He said it basically makes them rot from the inside out. However, if you do not have saliva or constant dry mouth, that is prone to cause more decay to your teeth. Any one else have teeth problems? Post #1; Sun Feb 1, 2015; STEPHEN R. This is about when mine came out. 740 0 obj <>stream I still have about 4 teeth that have root canals. 2. Thanks for yur message--and hope you're feeling well. If youve had several teeth break or chip, you may wonder why your teeth are fragile, and more importantly, if there is anything you can do to strength them. Fortunately, with good care, you and your doctor can lower the risk I do not do well with pain anymore. Gloria, I'm with you, all I know is pain in one way or another, had this tooth pulled, extreme pain, chemo has been delayed 2 weeks, more pain, every time I eat I have to suffer, with throbbing pain, I've always took care of my teeth, now these chemicals are destroying them. Going to dentist sat to have it checked out maybe my crown has something stuck in there causing the problems, my oncologist said never to wait. Then he said something I will not repeat here about fanatics. I will soon lose mine for the fourth time. I have also had molars pulled. I can speak from experience. These drugs kill cancer cells, but they may also harm normal cells, including cells in the mouth. The bridge that went bad with the tooth I mentioned, I decided to do 2 implants. Very interesting. Long-term effects of chemo on teeth. However, if you do not have saliva or constant dry mouth, that is prone to cause more decay to your teeth. Hugs to you, Irene. The cells in the lining of the mouth are frequently damaged by chemotherapy. I just can't get a break. is there any help? In fact, one of my root canals years later became really abscessed. Chemo really has no bearing on damage to teeth. Oral chemo is usually taken at home as a pill or liquid. . or advice? It couldn't be repaired. Sorry to hear about your pain. This damage can result in sores and infections that can likewise impact the health of the teeth. * Painful mouth and gums. When I went in for my last cleaning in October, they decided they were not going to do anything cause they were affraid of what damage may come out of the cleaning. It would be interesting to know how many of us who were diagnosed with uterine cancers have had root canal work--and how many of them. Honestly, they are my favorites, even if Laurie and I are friends. Hope you are having a good day today. I tried wearing hats and scarves but here in Texas but it was already hitting 100 in May. I was in middle of some major dental treatments prior to chemo --- implants. It is well-supervised. More controversy!! They think it was an infected lymph node 6 months after my hysterectomy. With regard to radiation, unless it is given around your head and neck, it usually isn't seen as a problem for teeth. Ro - I got really good at false eyelashes. Wonder how safe it is in the end.). I stuck with every 6 month dental checkup the whole time in treatments and nothing new was found. Brittle and fragile teeth can affect anybody at any age. e�i4��`������e�;�N�9oG&AwZ�f�x�e:mQx4r�Tʔ�Lq�JD:of?��3{� �|� �'�ɫ2����-'�g�����&ԑ�&��o�4�h��B^G�Eo�h��~�F6}�Fo�&{�B~K��!�}$6�&�'���-N��T�P�MS��`�XJ�TF��&�����a)qBa�c��i5q�5�(�3�^�@�����X$\�Z����� It's been about a year and know I should go in for cleaning and checkup. Hypodontia is due to high repetitive administration of chemotherapy agents. My teeth are destroyed. Pain. Salivary glands make saliva. Also, there could be problems with getting root canals or implants if you have had head and neck radiation, and some other problems. Chemo sucks. Checking the mouth often helps early detection, while keeping the mouth moist and avoiding certain foods can help relieve symptoms. She was too ashamed of her teeth to teach anymore and couldn't afford to have them fixed. Not only don't we get thru cancer and treatments, now must watch everything we do to our bodies and any consequences to our health. In peace and caring. It's still depressing. Tracking down the particular factors in your own case can help point the way toward treatments that can help. You don't have to do anything except put them on and tie the tie however you want. Apparently the stems they use to drill in our bones are "titanium" which has been found to leak into our internal system and causing other health issues. Tooth infection during chemotherapy. If you are newly diagnosed with any form of cancer and will be seeking treatment, you should establish a relationship with a dentist who has experience in providing dental care for cancer patients as soon as possible. I finished my chemo in 2008 and slowly my teeth have been getting worse. %PDF-1.7 %���� g�~��~��T�Ma췮r1/\vG����/�-��a�ϧ∳�;����L+�5�G�$YF!�͒ʍ���3�œ�OI��ra��Dk�ň���g�l̖��=��aTVW@�ۨ_\�%��L���b��0>w�g�� ����8��a��r��u:�i�1H��O�'`k���1������ud&��_�j��,�ʡ޺9�������v�l}����W%���������e��`��z��;��-���@V Problems with teeth are the most common. Teeth may fall out. Thanks so much. Your mouth has to stay moist to help eliminate the cavity causing germs. The onset of side effects like oral mucoscitis can happen within weeks of the start of chemotherapy. A week later, I went in for more x-rays and found out I had a severe infection and that I had deep roots. Chemotherapy can affect the growth and development of children's teeth. Years ago I had chemotherapy and found that your hair is not all you loss. When I went back to work, the group I work with had cut their hair too. So for me, I guess I just have bad teeth. You may have these problems only during treatment or for a short time after treatment ends. I can understand that as a lot of ladies cannot. So today I'm missing a tooth on one side, but luckily in back where can't be seen. One of the reasons for waiting after the extraction is because the dentist needs to see if your bone is strong enough to support the implant. So I can't help wondering if it's mere lore that root canals can "poison" the body, leading to much inflammation. You can go to the dental school there for dental work. ,,,uses a lot of alternative and complimentary therapies and he snorted with derision when I asked him this root canal question, about them poisoning us. We can all relate. I miss my eyelashes the most. You may have certain side effects in your mouth from chemotherapy. h�b```"5η �����x�Ȫ���2զ���Ak>�� eg);�>��q+M��V�u��\�*@},�6�${�J� I also wonder if another contributing factor for me is lack of estrogen and its effect on bone density. The things we do to stay healthy and then realize after much research, it's unhealthy....gee!! The dentist will check your child’s jaws for any growth problems. Percent wouldn't even take the pain away. It's me and the computer and TV. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Chemotherapy causes other side effects in children, depending on their age. If it had been the furthest-back molar I probably would not have had the implant done, but it was an annoying hole. Your diet, genetics, bone development and habits all affect the condition of your teeth. Oral complications caused by chemotherapy include ... fractured teeth, loose crowns or fillings, or gum disease. Best toothpaste for chemo patients? Chipped and breaking teeth are uncomfortable, unsettling and unsightly. This can upset the healthy balance of bacteria. Irene so sorry you are having such a hard time, Thanks Kaleena--and the Root Canal Controversy. After I read your post, one of my front teeth chipped and I just had to have it fixed. Like you, I too have always had bad teeth: lots of cavities, three root canals--and right before chemo, FOUR extractions (two wisdom teeth, which need no replacement, but two upper molars, which probably do.). Never ends does it??? Also, for each time I was pregnant, I had a root canal. When hit with diagnosis, continuing dental work was put on the back burner. Permanent teeth may be slow to come in … I've made it through chemo.....now have bleeding gums.....terified of dentists (makes no sense after what I've just gone through)......just dont want more pain to deal with.....constant pain already.....and add teeth/mouth issues???? 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