I am considering having my remaining teeth removed and replaced with dentures. I would like to hear from others who have actually done just that.
2006-12-12 22:41:31 · 6 answers · asked by danibuoy 2 in Health ➔ Dental
Well it's nice to actually chew and eat foods (hot and cold) without having pain from bad teeth.
2006-12-12 22:45:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had to have all my teeth pulled 2 weeks ago and got dentures. Best thing I ever did. No more pain or eating on one side of the mouth, now I can eat food that i used to be unable to eat-like bite into a cookie. My dentures were a little uncomfortable at first-feels like your mouth is "full", but that wore off after about a week. I also had some discomfort from the upper denture-I had to have the back trimmed a little because it was causing me to gag. There is some soreness from the upper denture rubbing one side of my mouth, but my dentist is working on correcting that. I have gone back a few times for more "trims" which my dentist tells me is not unusual. All in all it's been a good experience and I love being able to eat what I want and smile again.
2006-12-13 23:55:56 · answer #2 · answered by Sandtone 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is no picnic but if it is necessary to restore your health and appearance then do it. The best advice I can give is to remain positive. Also seek a dentist that is highly skilled in denture construction.
Also be sure to have realistic expectations, natural healthy teeth would be best but dentures beat no teeth.
2006-12-15 14:09:46 · answer #3 · answered by beechtree66 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband wears upper and lower dentures and loves them. He had a partial. It kept rubbing against his natural teeth causing him to continually have the others filled. He got disgusted had the remainders removed and replaced with a full lower plate. No more problems. Natural is not always the best plus he saved dental visits and $$$.
2006-12-13 11:14:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
if your remaining teeth is still ok, why are going to remove it. Natural teeth is still the best. and it can give additional support for your dentures
2006-12-13 07:15:03 · answer #5 · answered by shiela b 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i am in the same position and i am scared to death...
I have to have mine pulled due to periodontitis.
the sedation dentistry is great, but i am afraid mine will look fake..
i know this did not answer your question,but i know exactly how you are feeling
best of luck to you
wish me luck too!
2006-12-13 20:34:01 · answer #6 · answered by Bren 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋