Posted by sid on May 9, 2002, at 9:02:48
Hi all - I have a question for you.
I'm considering getting orthodontic braces, but I wonder about possible bleeding and risk of infection. I'll talk to my doc and orthodontist about it too, but if anyone on this boeard has some info or some experience with this, please let me know.
Since I started Effexor XR, I have been bleeding more easily, it takes longer for my blood to coagulate, and I also bruise easily. My doc told me not to take Aspirin but rather Tylenol for headaches and other potential aches because SSRIs and SNRIs (Effexor XR) causes unusual bleeding and bruising.
Now, for this treatment, I need to get one tooth pulled out to make room for others, and then I'll get the braces doe 20 to 24 months. As the teeth move slowly, I suppose there can be some internal bleeding, although I am not sure - waiting for my orthodontist call to ask him more details on this. I spoke to my dentist, and for the tooth extraction, she said she'll put one stitch and make sure to close the opening as much as she can before I leave her office; she would not normally put a stitch after such an extraction (premolar). I think that'll be alright, but I still wonder about the braces, potential internal bleeding and risk of infection or facial bruising.
Any insights? Thanks in advance, and have a good day!
- sid
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