Need dental work for lung transplant candidate
Added: May 15, 2007 - 12:41 PM
By: Patient Email Withheld, San Francisco, CA
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Case Summary
Exam & Consultation
Filling
Teeth:
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: 3 years +
Last Cleaning: 3 years +
Case Description
My relative is a lung transplant candidate and is currently high on the list in California, meaning he could get called for transplant any second. He is seeking to have some work done on his neglected teeth and gums, however there are some risks he is worried about. He wants to get the work done before the transplant and immunosuppressive drugs, since having bad teeth and bad gums could be a liability post transplant. The major concern is to reduce chances of infection post transplant. He is also currently on 6 liters of oxygen per minute and cannot do without the O2 else he will get hypoxic. Are there dentists in the SF Bay Area that feel comfortable dealing with such a patient? Any recommendations?
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Reply: Need dental work for lung transplant candidate
added: May 15, 2007 - 6:53 PM
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I totally agree with his concerns. My advice is to contact the Oral Medicine Clinical Center at the UCSF Department of Orofacial Sciences.415-476-2045Although they deal with dental services related to patients who have had or will get radiation treatment, they should also know what needs to be done for patients who are planning to receive immunosuppressive therapy.I hope this helps.Dr. James Ho
Reply: Need dental work for lung transplant candidate
added: May 21, 2007 - 12:41 PM
Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
I recieved your email regarding the health conditions of your relative and the needed dental care prior to any upcoming surgery. We see patients with many different health conditions and feel confident in providing quality dental care in a comfortable environment. Upon reviewing the information you have provided, I would recommend having your relative come into our office for a full comprehensive examination and x-rays. Once we have this information, we can determine the best treatment plan for this person. I would like to have one of our anesthesiologists on site while we provide any dental care to assist in continuously monitoring the health and safety of the patient. This will provide the safest environment without having to seek hospital dental care for your relative.Please call our office if you would like to schedule an appointment at 925-939-4989.Sincerely,Dr. Scott Pope
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