Tracey, our teeth are very precious and unless it is absolutely necessary for some reason, never let your dentist pull your teeth. I had rather poor teeth before diagnosis and I got all bad teeth filled before I knew I had cancer. So I kept all my teeth before treatment. The radiologist wasn't concerned about metal fillings in my teeth and I am sure they would not affect the treatment. Maybe I am more conscious about dental health after my illness and I used dental floss regularly, brushed my teeth after every meal, my teeth are much better than before. Let us know what your final decision about your teeth is.

Karen.


Karen stage 4B (T3N3M0)tonsil cancer diagnosed in 9/2001.Concurrent chemo-radiation treatment ( XRT x 48 /Cisplatin x 4) ended in 12/01. Have been in remission ever since.