Had the scans done Wednesday - they did include head with the other scans, because my doctor didn't want to wait.

After my original therapy this time a year ago I was able to put two fingers in my mouth. With this sudden onset of pain I am only able to insert one finger. I can't even wear my partials.

My doctor told me he wanted an ENT to read the scans - that way someone more familiar with the area would know what to look for. He called my ENT who informed him (rudely I'm told by the nurse) that he didn't need to see me - it sounded like necrosis and I should go to an oral surgeon. Then the oral surgeon says they don't take my insurance (it also doesn't pay dental)...so now this really great doctor has his nurse on the phone calling oral surgeons for me.

I am impressed by someone that knows and acknowledges his limitations. And still tries to do what's best for the patient.

So we'll see what happens, I have been doing searches on necrosis and I find references and description, but I don't quite understand if there is a treatment for it, or am I going to always have this pain when I open my mouth to eat.

Any experiences out there?
Take care,
Dinah