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How Do PD Patients Deal With Dentist Visits. Where Dental Work Is Done?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Post Falls, ID

I broke a tooth and had to get crown. My tremors went crazy. They were the most extreme I have ever had. I have never had problems with dental visits in the past, no phobia of dentist .

June 15, 2017 (edited)
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I would suggest you speak directly with your dentist. You can make an appointment just to talk with him or her. Find out if they know what to do with your situation. If they cannot give you something that is acceptable for you, you might ask if they know a dentist who has worked with patients who have PD. If you have a Dental Association near you, You may be able to call and ask them to give you the name of a dentist who works with PD patients. These are just some ideas for you to try. Also, if you have an MDS (Movement Disorder Specialist) you could ask him to recommend a dentist. Good luck. Please let me know whether you are successful with this.
Take care,
Julianne

July 2, 2017
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I use an electronic tooth brush. I am considering getting water pic flossing machine as well.
It is good to hear that I am not the only one with this issue
Thanks

June 17, 2017 (edited)
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I had trouble getting in the dentist chair--almost fell getting in and was grabbed by the hygienist; she was so kind and helpful that I felt at once secure and stable. The dentist gave me nova cane and something to calm me and I had a perfectly peaceful and successful experience getting a crown for my newly cracked tooth. In short: go somewhere with a kind and experienced hygienist!

June 15, 2017
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I have noticed an increase in my tremor over the last 3 years. For me its anxiety and I am a pretty chilled person. Whats important here is realising its not PD progression. I can switch like that as soon as i get anxious or stressed my arm hand and legs light up. I asked my Nuro what was available for those inportant days. I was prescribed Pramipoxil (excuse spelling) I am told back in my parents day the equalivant was called Valium amazing results.

July 12, 2017
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I use Valium. Just about a quarter of a 5 mg plus everyone in the office know I have Parkinson's and do,their best to,make me comfortable

June 30, 2017

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