Hi everyone,
Over the period of 1-2 years I damaged 5 teeth (2 chipped, 2
fractures, & 1 front tooth half broken off). I began orthodontic
treatment with braces, for the second time in my life, 4+ years before my dx
with PD. When I was finished, the orthodontist made two bite plate retainers for
me to wear at night to stop the grinding. After I started medication for PD,
much of the mouth open-close-bite,& grinding problem has
ceased.
Sue 48-46-(42 something was very wrong, 38 by the family
photos we've dated thus far).
HI Bill,
Be careful with that extraction because it
can allow shifting of teeth, worsening occlusion and cause more grinding and
potential breaks; adjacent teeth can, over time, lay down on their sides,
exposing the roots (very painful). Please consider a space-holder if
that fits within your budget.
JJ B:
<<My
father, dx about 4 years, has been breaking his teeth. He is 79
and has been on sinemet for 3 years and mirpex for over 1 year.
having 4 teeth break in the span of a month just seemed a little
suspicious>>
Bill Olson: I
am 69,. dx when I was 53,
<<...I sometimes grind my teeth when
sleeping, and recently cracked a molar right down the middle. This tooth
was already weakened..the cost of replacing it...I opted for an
extraction>>.
