tooth extraction and cpap

[dieselgal]

I just recently broke off one of my front teeth at the gum line, boy did I look purty, anyway that caused me to have to have the rest extracted and an implant started. I specifically mentioned my CPAP use to the Dr. twice and he said it as fine. I have had no issues from it and that happened 3 weeks ago. This is of course my personal experience and I say everyone should ask their own Dr.

[sawinglogz]

what about using my machine --- that does cause a suction? Has anyone had an experience with this?

Remember, PAP = "positive air pressure". Suction would be negative pressure. So I don't see why xPAP would pose any problem.

But I'd still mention it to the dentist, at least for consideration during sedation.

[rdfry]

I have had a lot of teeth extracted. Haven't missed using xpap once in over 15 years.

[zoocrewphoto]

I had 3 wisdom teeth remove last December.

The only issue that i had was that one side was sore and I could not use an ice pack and the cpap machine (full face mask) at the same time. So, the first two nights were partial nights as I needed the ice pack. But the air itself caused no problems. I also had a bunch of fillings done at the same appointment. I had numbing medication, but no sedation. Most of my pain afterward (which really wasn't that bad) was due to my jaw being open too wide for such a long time. I have a very small mouth, so my jaw was open as wide as it could, and was not comfortable.

[chunkyfrog]

Since the dentist advises against suction, and cpap provides the opposite,
I would imagine the only machine to avoid is this one:
http://apnicure.com/

[jess]

Thanks everyone. I love this board --- everyone is so friendly and willing to help --- you have calmed my fears. I went to the oral surgeon yesterday for the consultation. He said my cpap machine is fine --- He mentioned what you said -- full mask may be uncomfortable, but I use nasal pillows so there won't be a problem.
I want to tell you one more thing. My sister was diagnosed with atrial Fib about two years ago. I told her over and over that she may have sleep apnea, but she wouldn't believe me. Then when she was hospitalized a week for AFIB, they did the apnea sleep study ---- and sure enough she has sleep apnea. I wonder how many lives would be saved if they did routine testing on the general population.

[ChicagoGranny]

Then when she was hospitalized a week for AFIB, they did the apnea sleep study ---- and sure enough she has sleep apnea. I wonder how many lives would be saved if they did routine testing on the general population.

It has become routine for heart surgeons to send heart attack patients for sleep studies. They see them stop breathing on the operating table.

But you are correct. We are doing it backwards. Sleep studies should come years before heart problems and then the heart problems might never occur.

[Kitatonic]

Jess, let us know how it goes. The last extraction with PAP, unlike just before treatment, was SO much easier and the healing better. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

[Boyce]

Jess, let us know how it goes. The last extraction with PAP, unlike just before treatment, was SO much easier and the healing better. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Now that is an excellent point. Without CPAP the body and mind are weaker and the body may be oxygen deprived. Oxygen in the blood stream is critical to the healing process.

You are correct Kitatonic, with CPAP the healing should be quicker and more thorough.

[chunkyfrog]

Two factors that significantly impact healing time:
1) Oxygen deprivation, often due to untreated apnea.
2) Smoking.

[caffeinatedcfo]

definately ask your dentist but i'm going to guess that since CPAP is forced air IN, it is not suction.

[CPAPnea-2]

I thought I had a unique name, but had to do "-2". I have actually been using the term "CPAPnea" since about 2008. Anyways, I just had a tooth extracted. I agree with the reasoning [see above post(s)] that the positive air pressure (PAP) should not cause dry socket since dry socket (at least to my understanding) is caused by suction whereas PAP is the opposite of suction. The first night of the extraction I did not use CPAP (and I am tired). But tonight I will use the CPAP. Thanks all for your comments...

[CPAPnea-2]

Update: I did some more searching and found the following quote from dentalfearcentral.org: "Avoid sucking (ahem… through straws and stuff), spitting, and blowing your nose (unless you have to). This is because positive or negative pressure could dislodge the blood clot. If you have a cold or allergies or anything that will want you blow your nose or sneeze, take appropriate medications to treat these." Thus PAP also can dislodge the clot. Therefore, since I believe I am susceptible to the clot dislodging I will continue to NOT use my CPAP until further healing occurs. For those of you who, like me, might not be using the CPAP machine for a few days AND you know you have a pretty healthy back that can handle it, I also read that sleeping on your stomach can help prevent the bad effects of sleep apnea while you are sleeping. Of course, it should be noted that sleeping on your stomach is not normally recommended since it can stress your back, but some people are not as bothered by sleeping on stomach so I thought I would mention this...

[Krelvin]

Stomach sleeper. No CPAP, I head for the recliner definitely not lying down. The fog days arrive quickly until I am back on CPAP.

[ChicagoGranny]

sleeping on your stomach

See - http://www.uarsrelief.com/sleeppositions.html

For people with a healthy back, this position is comfortable and without danger.



Of course, you want to place the side of the jaw that has had the extraction on the upside and not pressing down into the pillow.