 Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | Elin,
It is likely that they felt that there is bone loss around the two teeth. Has Ron ever been diagnosed with periodontal disease? Did they give you a reason why the 3rd tooth should be removed? It would be a good idea to be sure that the teeth really need to be removed.
Jerry (Not the tooth fairy, but a dentist)
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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