I had my preventative teeth cleaning done earlier this week. My D.D.S. found that an old bonded tooth had a chip & would need to be fixed.
This was my first visit since diagnosis (Lyme, Bartonella & Mycoplasma). She was thrilled that I finally know what I'm fighting & remarked that it's a shame that more physicians in our state don't recognize tick related conditions as long term.
She said she'd do the procedure without anesthesia (or try to). Explained the staining I've experienced on the new meds & supplements. She offered a few things to watch out for (i.e. jaw popping/tightness) & what we'd do if necessary.
Any one else have minor dental work done without anesthesia? I've had this tooth bonded since I was a teen. The bond has been replaced/repaired a couple of times but all with some form of local anesthesia.
Anything else I should watch out for?
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- Done without anesthesia? That's nice if feasible.
Sounds like for just bonding repair, it should be okay - but depends upon the job, of course. It's not a filling, just exterior, if I understand bonding as I've had it done to fill in some chips - and that was easy and painless.
However, if you need it have them use one without epinephrine added. Have them write inside your chart: NO EPI
(it's too excitatory for the nerve fibers for anyone with lyme and is in many anesthesias, though not all)
If it's minor enough that a regular person would not need anesthesia, then you should be okay, though. BUt if you need it, just get the kind that is best for you.
Plan to rest the rest of the day and for a couple days afterward, too. These dental trips can take a lot out of us.
Do you take magnesium? That is good to have at a steady pace, ongoing and having already worked up to your best dose.
This helps calm muscle tightness. But you don't want to take too much if you arent' already used to it as it can cause loose bowels. So, best to have already worked up to your optimal dosing 2-3 times a day (never all at once as it can only be absorbed in divided doses).
AVOID any chemical whitening. They can cause gum sensitivity and also, for us, some unpleasant reactions in other ways.
Try to avoid in any product they use: aspartame or any artificial sweetener, dye or flavor. That's not easy and will need advance notice. These can cause an excitotory reaction.
[ 04-12-2013, 01:31 PM: Message edited by: Keebler ]
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- Are you sensitive to sound?
If so, ear plugs are NOT good when sound is traveling through the tooth, only for sounds outside of the mouth.
Maybe you aren't sensitive to sound at all, though, that would be great. If so, more detail will follow if needed. -
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
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Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- Anything you consider taking, be sure you have advance experience with that before the dental appointment. That way you will know how it works for you, if it makes you need to go to the bathroom more (as some things can do).
If it makes you too groggy (Corydalis may) and, if so, have someone go with you so they can drive.
If you are senstive to chemicals and colognes, ask if they've recently painted or installed carpeting or vinyl flooring, etc.
Ask that strong soaps can be removed from the rest room (or at least be prepared for that - taking in a good breath, then opening the door and letting some fresh in before you enter).
This one can be the hardest to manage and the one that can make someone feel over the top compusulive. But, if MCS is in the picture, it really matters.
You can ask if the staff generally avoid scents. If not, you can request they do on the day of your visit (though there will be lingering scents). -
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- Oh, my. I could have saved myself a whole lot of work had my eyes not skipped your first line -- you already had the cleaning done.
All you need is the bonding repair this trip.
So, just pass on what you don't need here - it's just all that has helped me with dental work. -
Posted by fieldbredESS (Member # 39186) on :
Thanks Keebler...I am on magnesium & GF too.
Good info...
Had no idea that I'd herx for 3 days after getting my teeth cleaned.
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- Oh, yes. It can take me a week or two to recover from a cleaning. But I'm not so sure "herx" is the correct term or action that is happening.
The adrenal shock / stress is just huge from such an event that is so stressful on the body. And all other systems that are dealing with infection are also stressed, too.
It's not just "herx" that can cause huge "payback" it can be just the activity itself.
A herx is generally directly from infection die-off. That can be intensified when infections get the message that the body is being vibrated, etc. . . but a herx is not the only thing that causes the "payback" by any means. -
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- Excercise Intolerance can occur from too much activity of ANY kind when an ill body is just not able to manage. Detail here, and the support methods, can also help with endurance to just manage life events: