Dental implants NHS Epilepsy

[Longon]

Hi I'm 53 and have been Epileptic for approximately 18 years. During this time many of my teeth have been considerably damaged due to grinding my jaw. Having G.mal and seizures which have caused me many injuries, broken leg, arm and most recently broken hip which I'm still recovering from. The last incident, my hip, I also managed to fall onto my face and two teeth which were already caps broke. I now have two missing upper front teeth which is made me extremely paranoid and self conscious to the point I now have problems speaking or smiling. My recent visit to the dentists decided that the root of said teeth need to be removed although they were unable and have now referred me to Hospital. Being unable to have dentures for obvious reasons..where does this leave me?

Has anyone been having the same problem and why not treat Epilepsy sufferers on NHS?

Any guidance or information would be appreciated.

Regards

Long.

[GillyA]

It must be really difficult for you and I totally empathise as I had a jaw deformity and very badly shaped teeth since childhood and can remember all the problems this causes, children can be horrible…..

I’m not sure who gave you the advice about denture, but it may be worth asking your dentist for a referral to a dental hospital or the specialist service/maxofacial team at your local hospital.

I still have the jaw deformity, but now wear what is called over dentures, which cover my old teeth completely - I look normal (whahay).

I say this too because I had a seizure while coming down concrete steps 18 months ago and took most of it on my head and face. The severe concussion was not fun, but the dentures held, despite the fact that the damage to my upper lip was so bad that that needed surgery (my nose escaped as the edges of the stairs hit my forehead and upper lip). All in all it was an awful experience, especially as I was overseas at the time. But two stays in hospital and one surgery later all is as good as it will ever be. So it really is worth talking to someone more expert than a high street dentist.

Best of luck

[GillyA in reply to GillyA]

Oh PS, hospital dental treatment is normally free unlike the high street /insurance

[Longon in reply to GillyA]

Hi there Gilly..Thankyou for your time in responding. I fully understand the issues we and many others have to endure following the everyday problems inflicted on Epilepsy sufferers.

You mentioned that you have over fitted dentures? I would at my age be happy to have dentures for upper as the bottom are still reasonably intact although Dentists are not keen on even discussing any options available.

I feel disheartened by the lack of empathy and misinformation about those who are Epileptic.

Am awaiting an appointment with the Hospital and shall hopefully discuss further options available.

I'll keep you updated with the outcome.

Many thanks take care and stay safe.

Regards

Lond