Fosomax side effects in mouth

[Reggie6]

I have been taking Fosomax since Nov.'04 until Nov.'07, when I was found to have dental cavities, these were
corrected by taking antibiotics 1 hour prior to treatment.   My dentist now considers I need dentures, both left
and right upper areas. I have discussed this issue with Dr. Redmayne, Wyong Dental Clinic,N.S.W. and he has
advised against dentures after having been on Fosomax. I am wondering if there is a time lapse of safety when
dentures could be fitted. I am at the stage now where I have to consider the food I can eat without fear of damage to my existing teeth as repairs are almost beyond my means. I am 72 years, and in reasonable health, with my fosomax
having been replaced by Evista . Hoping you can advise me on a further safe course of treatment and denture options.

                                                                                                                  Regards,   Reggie6.


This discussion is related to Fosomax and jaw bone.

[scottma]

If you need extraction or other surgical interventions, consultation with your primary physician is advised. If you do'nt have Paget's disease or growth hormone problem, such as acromegaly , your jaw bone is relatively stable, there is no contraindication of removable partial denture. Even you have above medical conditions, fabrication of removable partial denture is still manageble.