I am sure the reason they want the teeth out are because of the post radiation complications in extraction. As I understand, decay is more frequently seen after and the osteoradionecrosis (sp?) would be more traumatic becuase of my compromised immune system, specifically I am HIV+. I believe it to be a "risk management" issue. I don't want to invite future difficulties and will play along. Based on Joanna's comments, I think they should come out now...as a preventive measure for later. It is not easy to go backwards and as she said I am not a woulda/coulda/shoulda kind of person...anymore.

I really appreaciate all the perspectives, they are so defining.

Again, thanks
Russ