Mitral valve repair surgery in 2-3 months and need to see dentist

[LadyPumpkinseed]

Hello! I’m new to this excellent and supportive forum, it’s incredibly helpful and encouraging to read of other’s experiences. My question is:

I haven’t seen a dentist in 10 years since a friend’s husband nearly died following a visit and contracted endocarditis. My OHS should take place Dec/Jan all being well but I need to find a dentist in London( who will need to use antibiotics pre any treatment). I’ve a lot of calculus/ tartar to be removed and possibly 1 or 2 rotten teeth at the back. Any advice, suggestions welcome especially re new technology for stress free treatment. Thanks!

[MichaelJH Heart Star]

Hello and welcome to the forum!

One important point is are you going to be NHS or private? When I commuted from 2001 to 2012 I found an excellent dentist a short walk or taxi ride from the city. I was an NHS parent but just checking they currently have a waiting list for NHS treatment. Obviously some staff will have changed on the intervening years.

[LadyPumpkinseed in reply to MichaelJH]

I’ll find the money if I have to go private given the time constraints. I’m in North London, happy to travel to a decent practice. Just want to be safe with valve op coming up. Thank you.

[MichaelJH Heart Star in reply to LadyPumpkinseed]

They will not do OHS with loose or decayed teeth. I will PM you details of the practice as against forum rules to post on line.

[LadyPumpkinseed]

Cheers!