My treatment each month, which will continue for my lifetime, consists of hormonal therapy as well as a bisphosphonate (Xgeva). Although data is somewhat shaky, we're warned that "teeth manipulation," - extractions and other procedures are often mentioned - can result in osteonecrosis of the jaw (a Very unpleasant and incurable condition.) I very much want veneers, since my teeth were darkened after chemo/early treatments. Any info would be much appreciated!
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I’m curious why he would say a
minimum of 8 months? If you’re not happy with the way they look now, why
wait 8 more months to be unhappy with them? Often times, I will have
patients wait a couple of months to give them a chance to evaluate a change in
length of the teeth with veneers, but if ...