Does anyone here has dental problems cause if you meds? I have no insurance and the Ryan white program does not cover implants.

What to do?

Does anyone have experience with Dental Implants

I asked this question 3 years ago. There has been many new people join since then
UPDATE: I have found my local resources, this is about what can we find YOU to help YOU. What help do YOU need? How can YOU help others find those resources in YOUR area
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Anyone experience dental issues, such as cavities, loss of, or soft enamel and/or gum erosion as an adverse effect of their HIV meds, Atripla, specifically? I've been taking Atripla since it became available, 10+ yrs ago, and I'm having these dental issues, despite taking care of my teeth. My dentist thinks it's from the meds causing dry mouth, so that bacteria thrives in the mouth, softening enamel at the gumline, creating a good environment for cavities to form.

Do you presently receive copay, medical, dental, or prescription assistance?
Here is the information should you need these services .
https://ryanwhite.hrsa.gov/about/parts-and-init...

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