 Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | This is coming from a dentist. I will re-iterate what has already been said.
If your father's teeth are in good condition, there is no reason why they should be pulled. This is old school, and should not be necessary.
With use of up-to-date radiation techniques, only teeth that are in need of extraction due to poor periodontal health or are so bady broken down that they cannot be restored, should be pulled.
You should be getting a second opinion.
By the way, what is your name?
Jerry
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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