Tooth implant

[ludo]

Hi all. Wondered if anyone has had a tooth implant. I have Wegeners (GPA). I need a tooth extraction and considering an implant I just wondered if anyone knew if there were risk factors for someone with vasculitis.

Any advice would be most welcome.

[CCSP-27]

Hi ludo - I've no answers for you I'm afraid but I too would like to know ! I'm considering 2 implants but you'll know it's big money !

I've other health problems to consider as well.

Hopefully we'll hear from someone out there😊

[ludo in reply to CCSP-27]

Thanks Susan-Mac we wait in anticipation! Let's hope someone out there can enlighten us to any risks.

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I was told not to. But I had a bad episode of delayed wound healing after the tooth was extracted. Took ages despite antibiotics. I was glad when the gap finally closed and won't touch it again, I swear.

My dentist explained that a) the immune system may not like the implant and react with a flare up, and b) the outer layer (epidermis) of the gum tissue is thinner and more vulnerable due to me being treated with MTX which may increase the risk of infections.

[dijomc9]

I'm not sure of the "dangers" I had an implant about two weeks before I was diagnosed.....I had no problem. I'd been sick for yrs but no one could give me a diagnosis. I'll tell you now.....if you aren't already aware, this disease is killer on teeth. I've read so many stories of tooth loss. I've been diligent all my life but now, it takes extra effort but, I've also been blessed with kidney involvement with this wonderful little disease, and was on dialysis for 4 months...still dealing with that issue but no dialysis......I'd do my research, is my only advice and find a knowledgable dentist (exp in this disease). I'm Vasculitis MPA.

[Myrear]

I'm

In the process of getting two implants I've had zero problems I got the bovine bone implant too and I get vasculitis in my mouth and windpipe..and all over my body it's worked it's way up from my feet to my eyes but I've got it pretty bad today it's Leuko clastic vasculitis I have I got it after getting the flu shot I couldn't walk that was around 11yrs ago but I would ask a doctor as I'm not sure about your illness

[mejiagabriela]

my boyfriend Robert lost all his teeth, he has sinus gpa; he has been thinking about the implants, but his mouth is inflamed most of the time, so my common sense said no!!

maybe later on when the decease is under control since he just started RIX treatment.

[Myrear]

I have had the implant surgery I have had the bovine bone implant and screws fitted for two implants I have had zero problems so far and I get Leuko clastic vasculitis in my mouth I've had it twice this year but zero problems with the implant treatment.. I just let my ortho know when I have a flare up and we wait until it calms down my vasculitis has worked it's way from my feet to my mouth ears and eyes and I have a terrible time with it but zero problems

With the implant surgery

I hope that helps good luck

[ccnash]

Hi. I just noticed this post. MPA 2010---- I just had my 2nd tooth extraction(back molars) for an implant. My dentist put the metal peg in at the same time. He will wait til the area is calmed doe(a few months) before making the implant tooth. For both extractions I felt like I had a flare for a week or 2. Sore muscles, joints, headache, mouth and tongue pain. With my body, it seems if I have a small problem, it becomes a whole body reaction(tho my lab work is fine). Good luck Cheryl

[ludo]

Thanks Cheryl I'm still debating on this. It would be interesting to know how you get on. My tooth is broken beyond repair but the dentist said it won't cause me any trouble so I have time to decide. It's so expensive too so I need to be sure an implant is the right way to go. Trouble is several of my teeth are at risk of the same thing happening.

Like others I've had problem with my teeth especially just before diagnosis when I was also getting significant sinus pain. I'm sure I had several unnecessary fillings. I think the pain was related to the Vasculitis. Often the dentist couldn't find the source.

Anyway good luck I hope your implants go well. I would be interested to know how you get on. Best wishes.