A cautionary tale has emerged from a woman urging individuals to avoid undergoing dental procedures in Turkey after her ordeal resulted in a painful disease and damage to her nose. Leanne Abeyance, distressed by her current situation, is facing ongoing discomfort in her mouth and nose, leading to breathing difficulties due to contracting a flesh-eating virus post a ‘Turkey Teeth’ treatment.
Residing in Telford, Shropshire, the 41-year-old recounts how her dental intervention led to a collapsed septum, a condition that the NHS deemed non-repairable as it was considered cosmetic in nature. Moreover, issues arose with her teeth implants, which remained in place due to infections. Initially spending over £3,000 on the initial procedure, Leanne later invested an additional £2,000 in private treatments to alleviate the persistent pain.
Contrary to common belief that a one-time veneer application provides lifelong benefits, Leanne’s ‘Turkey Teeth’ experience from 2009, initially considered a positive transformation, turned into a nightmare. During a day out at the Grand National last year, one of her veneers dislodged, prompting a temporary fix with nail glue. Subsequent visits to a Turkish clinic revealed the need for extensive corrective procedures involving bone grafts and sinus lifts, leaving Leanne hopeful for improved aesthetics.
However, the day of the comprehensive dental work left Leanne with a sense of unease. Enduring significant discomfort during the teeth removal process, she vividly recalls the excruciating hammering sensations on her face during the bone graft and sinus lift procedures. Despite the initial excitement over her new set of teeth, the subsequent challenges with temporary teeth breaking compelled her to resort to temporary fixes, leading to escalating sinusitis and nose bleeds.
Following numerous hospital visits and medical consultations, it was discovered that the dental implants were causing nasal piercing, necessitating the removal of temporary teeth and the placement of dentures. Additionally, Leanne was diagnosed with an infection and necrotizing fasciitis, a severe and rare condition linked to dental complications.
Struggling with deteriorating health and seeking a solution, Leanne aims to raise awareness about the risks associated with overseas dental treatments while appealing for assistance to rectify her situation. With mounting financial strain, she has initiated a crowdfunding campaign to raise funds for essential surgery, emphasizing the urgency of finding a skilled surgeon to address her pain and health concerns.
Reflecting on her ordeal, Leanne emphasizes the critical need for caution when considering dental procedures abroad, highlighting the severe consequences she now faces.