Hi Judy, make sure the dentist is fully aware of your husbands condition and his present state of health. I was not allowed to have treatment by a general dentist, I had to travel 20 miles to the main hospital for all dental work when I was a child

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Hi Judy, make sure the dentist is fully aware of your husbands condition and his present state of health. I was not allowed to have treatment by a general dentist, I had to travel 20 miles to the main hospital for all dental work when I was a child, simply due to the asthma. These days I go where I please, but as I'm paying, I make sure they realise my condition before sticking their fingers and assorted implements into my mouth!

Cheers from Mike (Chip) Chapman

Cornwall. UK

To: asthma Sent: Tuesday, 6 March 2012, 15:11Subject: Re: Root canals...

It's ironic that you're talking about root canals today because my husband, who has asthma, is going to have this procedure this morning. He never had one before. I have been concerned about how he will respond to the treatment asthma-wise. He used his nebulizer earlier this morning, and will use his rescue inhaler just prior to the procedure.If anyone has any advice for an asthmatic preparing for extensive dental treatment, I like to hear it.Judy K.