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.
Click Here to Return