Randy,

I first time I had HBOT was in 2008 and was told by my doctors back then that is was good for at least 5 years.

I started having more dental issues in 2012, and needed some teeth extracted in 2013. Oral surgeon didn't think more HBOT was necessary, ENT did. Knowing all the potential problems that could happen, I was glad my ENT pushed for the HBOT.

After the dental extraction, the next step was a bridge. Oral surgeon had me wait at least 6 months before he would OK for work to start on the bridge.

It took about 4-5 months to finally get the permanent bridge installed. I am not really happy with it and having some other problems including a very painful tooth next to the bridge.

One option is to have that tooth pulled which I am trying to avoid. So I'm being really cautious what I eat and I'm still on pain medicine. It was just about one year after I finished the last round of HBOT when I started having problems with this tooth. Asked my ENT if I would need HBOT again, and he said yes! I didn't think it would be necessary again since this tooth was not on the side that received radiation, but I was told that the blood supply is still compromised on that side.

It seems the medical folks cannot agree on what to do. With 5 teeth involved, it is probably a good idea to do the HBOT again.