 Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | Depending on how far back the tooth is, it could still be done. Also, with the use of some nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and a special tool that can possibly open you mouth a little more and keep it open, it could be easier.
Good luck.
Jerry
Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.
"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"
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