All,

I am finding it helps to focus on next steps to get through the emotional lows and would like some advice and thoughts on dental issues. I have read through the archives and am not sure I still have the answers or all the insight from this group.

A quick update on my status: 3x Chemo is done - 2 more radiation treatments. No teeth extracted pre-Tx. Fitted for trays, but have not received yet (might have been a miss by the medical team, not sure but following up).

Questions:

1. Appears dental issues are virtually imminent. Besides keeping great dental care/hygiene, are there any proactive steps that can be taken before deterioration of teeth/bones? This would include implants or dentures prior to needing them if it is easier to do while things are in better shape?
2. I read where people are having teeth pulled but not a lot about replacement. Are there issues with dentures or implants in oral cancer patients where they cannot wear them?

Basically - cosmetically and functionally I want to have teeth and would like any insight on what to expect and proactive things I can do.

Thanks in advance for your help.

Jasper