Guest guest Posted August 5, 1999 Report Share Posted August 5, 1999 Dear Vivian: Yes, I do have some discoloration where the decalcification is. For me it is right next to the gums. It's just as you describe, a sort of whitish color different from the color of my teeth. I'll write back with the name of the toothpaste the dentist gave me that's supposed to help. It's a prescription, so you have to get it from the dentist. Kathy (AIH) Seattle area Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 1999 Report Share Posted August 5, 1999 Dear Vivian: From what I understand about it, the white (they're weaker) parts at the top of some of my teeth are caused by decalcification from the prednisone. It's related to the problems of bone loss mentioned earlier by . The dentist told me that this toothpaste can help to strengthen the enamel in the teeth. I questioned that because I thought healing would have to come from within. I wasn't told the mechanics of why it works, just that they've seen real progress with patients that have used it. It's called Enamelon. Kathy (AIH) Seattle area Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 1999 Report Share Posted August 5, 1999 Dear Kathy, Did you have any tooth discoloration? My front teeth got a white smudge on them quite suddently, 4 months after transplant. Neither dentist nor transplant people know what to attribute it too, just shoulder shrugging. I am trying to figure this one out, to decide whether it might be reversible or not. [ ] (teeth) > From: KATBERCOO@... > > Dear : > > I've had some problems with decalcification of my teeth since being on > prednisone. Just recently I badly cracked a tooth. I already had one that > was broken that I need to get fixed, but the combination of the two has made > it just about impossible to eat anything cold. I'm supposed to get one of > them repaired on the 16th, so at least I'll have one side I can chew on. > > The dentist gave me some special prescription toothpaste that is supposed to > help with the decalcification (theoretically, we'll see). > > Kathy (AIH) > Seattle area > > --------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 1999 Report Share Posted August 5, 1999 Dear Kathy, I am SO glad to hear somebody else with the same issue, now I don't feel so " dunno... " anymore...Please do give me the name of the toothpaste, as I happen to have a dental appointment next Weds. After transplant, I was told to do cleaning every 3 months, to reduce bacteria that has to be processed by the liver. Would you mind telling me a little bit more about your understanding of the mechanics of this white appearing? Also, what is the toothpaste supposed to do that can help? I still would like to have a guess at whether it might be reversible or not. Tks!! Re: [ ] (teeth) > From: KATBERCOO@... > > Dear Vivian: > > Yes, I do have some discoloration where the decalcification is. For me it is > right next to the gums. It's just as you describe, a sort of whitish color > different from the color of my teeth. I'll write back with the name of the > toothpaste the dentist gave me that's supposed to help. It's a prescription, > so you have to get it from the dentist. > > Kathy (AIH) > Seattle area > > --------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 1999 Report Share Posted August 5, 1999 Hey, just want to add to Kathy's post. I use the Enamelon and it doesn't require a prescription. It does seem to be helping somewhat....however, my dentist told me that they did a study about the effectiveness of the product. She said that the Enamalon works best when it is used daily and followed with an ACT Flouride treatment . She told me that ACT is the only one that had the better results. So that is what I am doing, every night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 1999 Report Share Posted August 5, 1999 Dear Kathy, The part that amazes me is that in addition to the Pred, I also had been taking 1500 mg calcium daily. My mineral bone density pre-transplant was at 115%, at the time these white stains showed up I was at 99.8%, this loss in density over a period of 4 months, now at 1 year post transplant I am still essentially at 100%. The appearance of the stains happened so suddently, as in a 3 day period! Because of how white the stains are, I actually wondered if it was BECAUSE of the calcium supplementation. This info was extremely helpful, Kathy, and tks for the name of toothpaste. Re: [ ] (teeth) > From: KATBERCOO@... > > Dear Vivian: > > From what I understand about it, the white (they're weaker) parts at the top > of some of my teeth are caused by decalcification from the prednisone. It's > related to the problems of bone loss mentioned earlier by . The > dentist told me that this toothpaste can help to strengthen the enamel in the > teeth. I questioned that because I thought healing would have to come from > within. I wasn't told the mechanics of why it works, just that they've seen > real progress with patients that have used it. It's called Enamelon. > > Kathy (AIH) > Seattle area > > --------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 1999 Report Share Posted August 5, 1999 Hi What kind of " special " toothpaste did they give you? I was given something that is basically like having a fluoride treatment that supposedly will help. Of course with brain fog and burn out from work I can't remember what it's called. I think it's put out by Oral B. Gotta hate that brain fog. LOL! Dianne A. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 1999 Report Share Posted August 5, 1999 Dear Dianne: It's called Enamelon. You can get it over the counter. Kathy (AIH) Seattle area Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 1999 Report Share Posted August 5, 1999 , thank you! I will most certainly give it an earnest try for a few months...Vivian Re: [ ] (teeth) > From: Ceallachqn@... > > Hi Vivian, > Well, I think it is helping. My teeth are somewhat less sensitive than they > were 3 months ago. I would say it is about 30-40% better. I still have > problems with refrigerated stuff, but I can drink tap water without a > problem. I use the combination of Enamelon toothpaste and ACT flouride rinse > once a day at bedtime. Read the directions on the labels for use. > > --------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 1999 Report Share Posted August 5, 1999 Hi, the toothpaste that Kathy posted is called Enamelon. I use it too and combine it with ACT flouride rinse per my dentist's instructions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 6, 1999 Report Share Posted August 6, 1999 Well I saw my Dr. yesterday Told her about teeth she said she did not think it was from the meds. I appreciate everones help and will try what you all said. Pa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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