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I had a dental appointment this morning....thanks to Gayle for giving me the information that we are entitled to free dental visits. I knew there had to be something good to come out of this cancer b...
Hi Lynne,
My job is at the Adult Community Dental Clinic which of course is for eligible card holders to access. From a personal point of view I always make sure that anyone on treatment or about to commence treatment is seen by a dentist pronto. As for private dentists giving the same courtesy to cancer patients I do not know. I know the importance of good dental hygiene especially when on chemo. Fortunatley I really look after my teeth and had just been for a 6 monthly check-up prior to my diagnosis. My teeth were all fine. I have just received a letter to return for my next 6 monthly check and boy are they going to get a surprise when I walk in for my appointment (once chemo is finished) without hair, eyelashes etc. I will ask the question though as I'm sure chemo has done some damage to my teeth. Thanks for the info and if you can add anymore I would be most appreciative. XLeonie