I am a little scared about, or a lot scared about getting false teeth, with a full upper denture, how long will I need to be out? I am having an immediate denture, so I won't have to go with out teeth, so, during that time, how long does it take me to talk and eat OK? And, will I really have to avoid steak, corn on the cob, apples, etc? I need some help and advice...I'm just 32, look about 25 and am attractive. Help!
2006-07-03 09:32:43 · 7 answers · asked by Pammy13 1 in Health ➔ Dental
you are lucky.
in most cases upper dentures are a breeze to get used to.
at home- practice talking and saying s's and things like that to get used to speaking.
eating is somewhat different than before when you had teeth.
you need to take smaller bites and try if you can to chew evenly on both sides
at first you have to avoid certain foods because you are healing and because it is an immediate denture- in a few weeks- expect the dentures to not fit well anymore. always you need an adjustment or two right after but when they become loose - you will need a reline. i am sure your dental office discussed this with you.
typically, there is a second fee for this procedure but its worth it to have your dentures fit properly.
some people eat corn on the cob and apples fine but usually when you bite with the front teeth it will 'break' the seal the denture has with the roof of your mouth and will cause them to move on you.
good luck to you. your smile will be pretty again but give yourself time to adjust.
2006-07-03 11:00:17 · answer #1 · answered by ladyofthehollow 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
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I have to get a full upper denture, what will eating and talking be like? Is it tough, or do u get used to it?
I am a little scared about, or a lot scared about getting false teeth, with a full upper denture, how long will I need to be out? I am having an immediate denture, so I won't have to go with out teeth, so, during that time, how long does it take me to talk and eat OK? And, will I really have...
2015-08-10 04:03:08 · answer #2 · answered by Luvenia 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Upper Dentures
2016-10-29 21:47:50 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just remember that these will not be your normal teeth. I have a full set of dentures and it took about a month before my speech was back to complete normal. I was talking good about two weeks after but just had to retrain my ways of talking because of my lower denture, since you are only having an upper done, it shoudn't be as bad. The work thing, i could have gone back to work the next day if i had to, but i was out for a week, just wanted a small vacation and some time to learn how to talk and eat again. Eating wise, i could eat a bunch of things after a month. Like i said before, these aren't your natural teeth. I am 5 months into my adventure and i can eat steak, had corn on the cob for the first time yesterday(slowly ate it, but i did it.) Just keep a positive outlook and things will go alot easier than having a negative attitude. Good luck.
2006-07-05 06:59:57 · answer #4 · answered by The Mullet 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
M father finally gave up the fight to save his teeth at the age of 55 and what an amazing change it was for him. His teeth were always crowded and crooked and now he has an amazing smile. He had multiple teeth pulled at once and complained a bit about the soreness from that however, his gums healed quickly. He was talking fine with the dentures in just a day or two and still eats steak and corn on the cob. Once your gums heal you can use a denture adhesive that will allow you to eat foods like that without your teeth coming off.
If you are having a lot of teeth pulled, give yourself a week off if you can so your gums can heal and you can get used to talking with the dentures in. After that, you should be fine and will probably be happy with your decision. Good luck
2006-07-03 09:38:50 · answer #5 · answered by Be_loislane1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well I don't have dentures but working in a nurseing home and in the health feild for about 10 years I have watched people who have recieved them and I hear for those people that they didn't have any trouble it was just a little tuff in the begining to eat and talk for about two or three days but not to the point that you can't eat or talk and steak corn on the cob don't worry there are plenty of denture addhesives out ther but if they fit right you might not need that but I find that the gels work better and when you put it on just very slowly run a little water on the gel to get it a little wet this will help the gell work better some people prefer it dry try new things it will work out my aunt eats corn on the cob and steak with no teeth at all so I'm sure with teeth you will be fine
2006-07-03 09:46:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's probably one of two things, or both. First, the majority of people's thirst mechanism is so weak that they think they are hungry when they are really thirsty. Second, it could be that you are not getting either enough fiber or protein in your diet, both of which help to fill you up. Also, on the reverse, it could mean you are getting too much sugar, salt, or fat, which can shift your hunger improperly, making you hungry for more even when you are already full. Yes, the best ways to eat less but feel more full are: Exercise on a regular basis, eat more high fiber foods, eat leaner meats (egg, fish, chicken, turkey, etc instead of steaks, pork...), drink more water and cut out (entirely if you can) sodas. Also, don't eat fried foods or chocolate, these are the red zone for healthy eating, they will throw you off course from feeling full or proper nutrition.
2016-03-16 02:30:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of people have dentures... no probs
Go slowly with tough foods, no hurry...
Build your confidence
Look forward to a beautiful new smile :)
2006-07-03 09:37:08 · answer #8 · answered by Merry 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋