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Dental infection

Hello all, I’ve had arthrofibrosis for 6+ years now and am concerned that I have a dental infection that could go to the knee and require a revision. The thought of it is terrifying to me. I’ve been to the dentist, and he agreed that my concerns were legit and is sending me to an oral surgeon for a cone beam xray (CAT scan, basically called CBCT). Besides the pain in my tooth, my knee is only a little warm but is acting a bit more aggravated than usual. Every day that goes by I’m concerned that the infection may be getting worse. Any advice or do you have any knowledge of others’ experience with this?

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kayleyusher

11 июн.

Hi Gardener,

I agree that infections in the mouth are a real risk for joints, especially when you have a prosthesis. I can't give medical advice, but I hope that your dentist has prescribed oral antibiotics that target the specific bacteria causing the infection. They may need to test what type of bacteria are there.

If you're taking antibiotics this should control the infection so it doesn't disperse in your blood and travel to your knee. However, if your knee develops more symptoms then it would be a good idea to have a needle aspiration of the synovial fluid in the joint, which is then tested for infection.

Your knee may feel worse for a while in any case, because your body's "army" (immune system) is fighting the infection in your mouth, and the "ammo" (inflammatory cytokines and cells) travel in your blood to your knee.

I hope that helps,

Kayley

Mr. Hopeful

26 days ago

Experienced Surgeon with Arthrofibrosis Surgery in Turkey?

Hello! I was diagnosed with knee arthrofibrosis beginning of May 2026. I had a localized PVNS surgery back in 2022. I was able to achieve 120 degrees flexion after the surgery. Afterwards, I had an injury during a sports activity back in 2025 Feb. It led to pain &inflamation and my ROM reduced to 90 degrees. I have seen different Orthopedic Surgeons between 2025 Feb and 2025 July. Have taken two physical therapy as well during that time frame. I was diagnosed with arthroscopic fibrosis very recently by another surgeon (who did my PVNS surgery back in 2022). I hear experience in arthrofibrosis surgery is of crucial importance, have you heard of any surgeons with arthrofibrosis experience in Turkey? Thanks!

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Mr. Hopeful

31 мая

Hi Kayley - Thanks very much for your feedback! Yes, the recurrence of the PVNS was ruled out with the latest MRI beginning of the month. I have a rheumatologist appointment for next week and am planning to ask her/him for a cytokine panel blood test as recommended in IAA website. My surgeon recommended physical therapy to me for 4-6 weeks to see if my knee condition will improve before a surgery decision is made. I will definitely ask my surgeon if he is open to engage with IAA. Thanks again!

Erkan

kayleyusher

April 15, 2026

MUAs - Manipulation under anesthesia for arthrofibrosis

See our new blog that summarises Dr Rosenberger's YouTube interview at https://www.arthrofibrosis.info/post/manipulation-under-anaesthesia-for-knee-arthrofibrosis

Or view the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dN5OIohNm0

Kayley

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Gina Johns

15 апр.

This was a great interview! I love to hear that Dr. Rosenberger is following the beliefs of the IAA. It makes me feel hopeful to see medical professionals acknowledging this condition after years of gaslighting. :)

Heather Sherman

March 31, 2026

Orthopedic Surgeons specializing in knee arthrofibrosis

My husband has knee arthrofibrosis and would like to meet with orthropedic surgeon in the united states. Dr. David Singleton has contributed to the site, but I cannot locate his contact information. Do you have any providers or centers you would recommend in the United States?

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kayleyusher

01 апр.

Hi Heather,

Dr Singleton has retired from surgery, unfortunately. Dr Jason Dragoo in Colorado is an experienced arthrofibrosis surgeon who treats post-TKA knees. The IAA has an interview with him on YouTube. Dr Hackett also uses arthrofibrosis appropriate methods, but I understand he doesn't treat knees with a prosthesis.

I hope this helps,

Kayley

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