Question:
Does anyone have dental problems?

Does anyone have problems with their teeth now? I heard this could cause problems, but why? THANKS    — Kelly* P. (posted on November 8, 2002)


November 8, 2002
I dont know if you are referring to pre-op...but i know i asked my surgeon if i had to get any teeth problems fixed and they told me no and that i should be fine. Hope this could help ya!
   — sandrac131

November 8, 2002
You are referring to long term post-op effects? That'd be bone loss. Insufficient or wrong type calcium costs ALL our bones, including the ones that anchor the teeth. Is that what you're thinking? Or cavities?
   — vitalady

November 8, 2002
I have noticed that my teeth are inexplicably darker in the 6 weeks since I had open RNY. I asked my doctor and he doesn't know why. I brush 2x-3x daily and floss nightly. I also rinse after eating. Go figure. They look almost tea-stained and I'm pretty bummed out about it. So far, I haven't been able to determine why this is happening. I don't smoke or drink coffee. I'm going to the dentist and we'll see what he says. I am planning to have the laser teeth whitening done at some point in the future. As for daily supplements,I take 2 multis, sub-ling.B-12. iron, and 1200 mgs calcium citrate so I think I'm getting adequate amounts there. It seems to be strictly cosmetic for unknown reasons.
   — kelleykeith

November 8, 2002
During the first six months post-op, I chipped two different teeth. My dentist said it could be related to calcium deficiency from malnutrition. Even if your doctor says your "calcium levels are normal" you should still religiously supplement. Blood calcium levels do not necessarily denote bone/teeth density.
   — Terissa R.

November 8, 2002
I also have had problems with my teeth also. I have chipped 2 teeth and the discoloration is VERY noticable. I had ideas that it might be associated with the surgery, but now that others have validated it I will take it up with my dr and dentist.
   — Joi G.

November 8, 2002
6 weeks post op and I noticed my teeth are turing yellow...
   — Debbie W.

November 8, 2002
I had recently seen something on this site about teeth too. So when I went to the dentist I asked about when you throw up. They said that the acid in vomit can take the enamel off your teeth. Said imediately rinse with baking soda water. That and the malnutrition I guess does a doozy on the teeth. Sherri
   — Sherri H.

November 8, 2002
I have never in my life had a cavity....but I'm almost expecting one next dental trip. My teeth have gone from pretty white to almost a light yellow. It's not hideous, but I can tell. I am also going to try to take calcium and see if it helps???
   — Paula Prichard

November 8, 2002
3.5 months post-op and definite yellowing is visible. I thought I was the only one. Gee, I love this board!
   — [Deactivated Member]

November 9, 2002
I am now 10 days pre-op. Several weeks ago I broke a tooth. The dentist said, and my surgeons office concurred, I should definitely have it fixed now. I also had some gum problems that should be taken care of prior to surgery. The reason being that these infections were probably causing me to have a very high white blood count. A good cleaning and giving my gums time to heal, would be the best thing to do. Having no infections prior to surgery and getting my white blood cell count down will help with the heeling process. I would recommend to anyone having any kind of surgery to get a good check-up and cleaning prior to surgery. Remember, you are having this surgery to improve your health, good oral hygiene is just as important to well being, particularly before surgery.
   — Jonathan F.




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