I’ve been a dentist for 35 years and dentures are the most ridiculous and absurd concept in history. Patients who need them should reflect on how negligent they were to lead to losing their teeth. I have no compassion for them. All they do is drive the dentist out of his mind with ridiculous expectations. Dentures should be a do-it-at-home procedure. We dentists don’t deserve the hell you put us through.
Don't you guys get paid for this ?You're a f*ckin doctor please act like one , saying i have no compassion for them is the worst thing you can say as a doctor smh 😔
Boo hoo.....REALLY? GET OUT OF THE PROFESSION!You have no empathy for people! How do you know what caused their tooth loss? Accident, genetics, domestic abuse, disease (not of the person's neglect) HOW DARE YOU!!!! You sound like a BIG 👶 BABY!!!!!
One tip for anyone struggling with eating. I found crock pot cooking helps. Right now I am eating cube steak something impossible with my crappy dentures.. not only is it soft enough but is tastes more like roast beef...one recipe is mushroom soup and beef gravy mix the other recipe calls for onion soup mix and beef gravy mix. Whatever works when the dentist doesn't
I have been a dentist for 30 years, For the most part, I thought you were dead on-- on how dentures work. Usually patients are to apprehensive or overwhelmed when they get their first dentures, that they truly don't either understand or have realistic expectations of how dentures function. Your explanation of the process is quite accurate. If you and your dentures cannot function properly, eat and speak with your dentures, they can be adjusted. If your dentist cannot fix the basic functional issues, find another dentist. Today there is heavy stress on implants and more cosmetic forms of dentistry due to PROFIT motives. A quality, functional denture should be the norm, but many newer dentists and laboratories do NOT have the significant experience to master this type of restorative option. In fact it is becoming increasingly difficult to find quality labs to fabricate and repair dentures properly. There is a learning curve to wearing a denture, but it should not be impossible to enjoy a quality and nutritionally healthy diet. Demand satisfaction from your dentist or find a better, more helpful one !
@@richerich9238 We’re in the same boat. If something isn’t right let your dentist know. We will adapt I’m sure you have during you’re path of tooth loss. Good luck and do your research of what to expect but don’t accept something that may not be right with your dentures.
It’s a shame the implant industry is so profit driven instead of being helpful and affordable. I’ve been quoted $40k to $80k and it’s disgusting and disheartening since the majority of people aren’t rich. There are probably many that have contemplated suicide from going through tooth loss knowing they won’t have their natural teeth and going through all the changes. Without teeth or dentures it dramatically changes your facial structure. From looking young to looking like an elderly person in a short time.
Went to my doctor with an ear ache, she saw nothing. Next day my wife had made me a dental appointment. Infection of my teeth. Had all top pulled 5 years ago, now all bottom had to go. I brushed my teeth 2 times a day and tried to take care the best I could. At 72 I figured, GET ER DONE. Their are problems to overcome, but I think I'm doing O.K. Lower set gives me the most trouble, but I just add more Fixodent to them in the afternoon and it does the trick. Glasses, teeth, hearing aids! Got the top part of my body working, NOW!
I'm 70 and have glasses, hearing aides and dentures. My top dentures were I think 9 years ago. Fixodent helps tremendously. Just 6 or 7 weeks ago, had my bottoms pulled. I'm still adjusting with my bottoms. I'm sure I'll be needing them relived. I was told in around 6 months after the extractions. So it will be in March. But until then, I'm managing. Just struggling eating with them in. Prayers this will improve soon.
Did you have any issues with throwing up?? I am on day 3. The 1st day I had 13 teeth pulled at 3pm. By 8pm I was throwing up. I finally fell asleep around 10pm. Woke up again a little after midnight vomiting again. The 2nd day I begged my dentist to take out the dentures, at least for a little while. I couldn't take anything for the pain or my antibiotics because I kept throwing up. Today is day 3. He did take them out and said we could leave them out until Monday (day 6). I've stopped vomiting, with the help of anti-nausea meds. But I'm not putting much on my stomach for terror of breaking my stitches trying to eat anything. I did manage some mashed potatoes today though.
@@iluvhoback No I did not throw up. The first night was miserable but I hung in there. I'm a lung cancer survivor so any medication/antibiotics after chemo is nothing to me. Hang in there it gets better as I'll get my permanent set in 2 weeks.
I had mine pulled two days ago. Anybody reading this message, u got this. Im sore, as expected, but dude, my teeth aint hurting, my neckache(ive had for years) has cleared up a good bit. Had to go get mine trimmed up a bit today (it was cutting my gums), but homie, anything is adaptable. you gon' be fine.
Bro I’m having my teeth pulled in two weeks and I’m scared out of my mind but you comment made me feel so much better and I even laughed when you said “dude”. That’s exactly how I talk. I even say dude when talking to girls. 😂
Thank you! I just got my new full set of dentures today and I tried eating and just broke down crying 😭 then I saw this video and your reply :) I’ll give it some time!
@markbailey7584 I had mine done 1.5 months ago. Eating will be easier when you're able to use adhesive after you've healed up some. I ate with mine out for 2 weeks until I got a soft liner and was able to use adhesive. And even then I had spots that hurt when chewing. I went back in and they made some adjustments that helped. Everyday gets a little easier. If you got any questions just ask I'll be more than happy to answer if I can.
I got a full upper and a partial lower about a month and a half ago now. If it wasnt for these vids I wouldnt have survived. Couldnt get the tops in or the bottoms out, couldnt talk, couldnt eat, absolute nightmare. literally cried for a month. But suddenly got to grips with chopsticks and gollfballs in my mouth, the soreness and downright frustration and now I am starting to own them. Have faith, it is doable.
I love that for you.I was told Friday that I need a full upper denture and a bottom partial as well.Im only 43 and have been depressed and crying everyday.Hearing your story gives me hope that I can do it cause I'm tired of the pain and hiding from the world.😢
@@mariafinklea9819I am 48 and I am going in for my extractions Tuesday. I was depressed at first, but honestly I am having so much trouble with my teeth that I am ready for them to go.
After many years of learning how to eat, with missing or broken teeth. Decided I would like to smile again. Got 22 teeth pulled July 2023, relearned how to eat again while mouth was healing. Just got my new teeth January 2024. Four days in and it’s currently a real pain in the ass. Just gotta relearn and adjust, just like with anything in life. Definitely enjoying my new SMILE.
After 9 months I can eat and talk like normal. Some food is still tough and if I wear them for more then 10 hours, my mouth gets sore. I can still taste everything fine. Gave up on using the paste. That taste permanently just stays in your mouth.
Listen…. You just saved my life!!! I just got my teeth pulled and I’m in my temporary dentures now and I’m really having a hard time but thanks to you this definitely gave me the encouragement I needed.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Hang in there. I had such a difficult time with the whole experience but I have finally mastered the art of wearing dentures 😂😂😂. Watch all of the videos on this subject that you can and you will get great bits of advice from each one or most of them anyway. Kalinjax is the best. Good luck 🤞🍀❤
This has been the best video I've seen in the last 4 days. I just got my dentures put in 4 days ago, and it's been insane. I keep telling myself, i got this and relaxed! Finally i have no issues putting them in our taking them out. My issues are eating even soft foods. Tried chili and mashed up baked potato, and no way could do it. It was crazy. Had to wait until i took them off for bedtime to even eat. Crazy.. So, after this video, I'm going to really keep focus and try and just go slow for the next month or so. Thank you!
I am literally 4 days in. I had 16 teeth pulled, and had boney extrusion removed from my lower jaw. I had this done 2 days before Thanksgiving 2022. I had no idea that there was an entire Utube denture family out there. I so appreciate your time to do these vids and be my personal liaison through my new journey. 56 year old male.
I had a too pulled under the gums after Thanksgiving too it was so painful I know that I'm more than likely going to have to get full dentures eventually
Just went through the same hell and it sucks, I know it will get better for me and for all whom endeavor but damn it man I want a filet mignon so bad it hurts, fried chicken toooooo. 😉
Congrats on your new journey! Has mines done the day after Thanksgiving! It's been a major adjustment, just got my first reline done yesterday today im eating a mcdouble and fries 😁😁 #denturegang🤘
Hi i am a 60yo male, wait until your final reline, try and hang out at least 6 months, I also had 16 teeth extracted because my teeth were loose, now they are out the scary part is over for you my friend :)
I lost my teeth to radiation for cancer on a tonsil. I am completely well now, but over about a year, my teeth gradually broke off or fell out. I'm scheduled to get dentures in two weeks. Your video was very heartening, and I hung on your every word. Thank you for helping me dispel my numerous fears! Also, you are drop-dead gorgeous, with that beautiful smile.
Just got mine a week ago. Please please please! Know that you will have a hard time eating..... I had a piece in the back that was rubbing really bad and it felt like my only relief was to take them out. If that's the case, go in. A good dentist will take you right then and there. Also mine included the cost of how ever many times they need adjusted, for the first year, when giving me my bill.
I am super self conscious about it too btw... I absolutely go through moments of grief over my teeth... not sure if that's a big thing for most people or not but in my case it is. I will also tell you it's kinda hard to get over the new lisp. I still have mine but I was told to sing when possible and it could help. Seems to be helping. My bf also used to have a lisp growing up so he gave me some speech therapy tips. I plan on digging through TH-cam tonight for speech therapy lessons. Lol Just a few ideas that I hope could help you. 🙏 ❤
I, too, had cancer (in my tonsil and tongue). From the radiation I have had the same problem with my teeth. In the process of getting dentures. Top are in and next week bottom. Ugh This has helped.
@@pamelaripple4645I to had the same cancer as urself my teeth started to crumble at the front top the dentist believes in trying to save them as roots ar healthy,i wish she would pull them all out the pain am going through with bleeding inflammation in the gum 😢❤
Very well done video! I am 62 yrs old and after spending thousands of dollars and many hours in a dentist chair in the past I am looking at having to go full dentures-due to TMJ not being caught early on from trama/accidents; my bite never being corrected and then bad dental work on top of it 🤬!!!). And yes! I am infuriated about that. But I gotta tell you, this video gave me a whole new outlook and perspective on dentures and I thank you for that! By the way, whoever did YOUR set needs to teach other dentists how to do it! I would never have been able to tell you had dentures! Beautiful!
I am a recovering addict.. have 4 years in but I am about to start my denture journey and I am scared to death but I am so grateful you are here making videos about it
I have periodontal disease and all of my teeth are loose. I have no bone holding them in anymore. I have a consult with the oral surgeon next week to do a full mouth extract and then I get dentures. This video helped a lot to let me know what to expect. Appreciated!
I went recently, had all of my raggedy teeth removed at once & left with a full set of temporary dentures. I wanted an oral surgeon to perform it so that i could be put to sleep for the extractions but I settled on another place who gave me a much sooner appt than my regular dentist and the local oral surgeon. With an oral sedative, I was able to get them all removed with minimal pain & discomfort. Day 2 & I'm eating pizza in very small pieces with yea, u guessed it (with a fork & knife). Before the dentures, I ate foods and drank drinks at room temperature, but on day one (yesterday), I enjoyed my very favorite ice cream for the 1st time in years. I'm still kind of numb, so I've bitten my lower lip a few times, but I'm hoping to get better at chewing within a few days. And guess what? I can actually taste my pizza just as I had tasted my ice cream yesterday. Please note tho, my gums are still very sore, but at least the bleeding stopped, and it is taking me a very long time to eat these small pieces of pizza. I'm praying that this isn't the norm and it's only bcus my dental work is freshly done. Also, bcus I'm still experiencing a little numbness, I've bitten my bottom a few times, but nothing serious like drawing blood. Hope this helps. P.S. I plan to keep my dentures in at all times except when I clean them bcus IM TOO YOUNG FOR DENTURES😅😅😅 however, i now have the absolute best smile... i love it. I didn't choose the brightest white dentures. I chose a more natural shade bcus TO ME, bright white looks like veneers and i'd like my dentures to go unnoticed by others❤
It has been 6 month without real food, I miss my real food, still uncomfortable putting in upper teeth. I have lost A lot of weight, tried protein shakes getting really frustrated. My taste buds are not the same. I am so frustrated. I really appreciate your movie. Thank you.
I’m one month and a week in; and I’ve dropped around 25 pounds. I used a food processor to pulverize the food my wife fixes us for supper. My mornings are 46g Elite Chocolate protein shake from Fairlife. SAMS sells them $35.00 for 10 in TN. My other morning breakfast option is Noosa yogurt with a vanilla flavored protein powder from Walgreens. Lunch is one of the above or soup with a piece of toast torn up in it. I’m having a terrible time with my lower immediate denture, the top is OK. Two days ago, I used adhesive for the first time. I was able to eat some soft food without puréeing it. But I hate trying to clean this out of my mouth. I’d rather not eat than to use this stuff. I know your comment I’m replying to is over a year old; still praying you’ve found a way to be able to eat since posting.
Thats what im scared for im already thin from gumin it i go get my dentures on the 21rsrt and already have a fridge of nutriments they say you loose a certain percent if youre tasete buds good luck guys ✌️ nyc
I had my uppers pulled 4 months ago. Had many bone fragments come out of my gums and had to have the dentist remove several too. So I got a late start at trying to wear my uppers and I have to agree, eating sucks and I'm losing more interest everyday. I attempted adhesive and immediately broke out. Without adhesive when I wear my uppers now, I have a rash within an hour or two. Restricts EVERYTHING about my life right now and I'm embarrassed to socialize at all. Going out to eat sounds like a nightmare in reality. The dentist and I have figured out that I'm one of the rare ones; that's allergic to the plastic that the dentures are made of... 😢 Now What??? Every Social Media Platform is filled with spam, once you look up "All on 4", or what not. I have Medicaid and am hoping that they will consider covering this, next step, but highly doubt it. I've spent countless hours on researching where to go for the procedure but can't get a straight answer on the cost. 😢 Ugh, I'm at a loss and am open to Wisdom; at this point. (I can only invest in this once and wanna do it Right, the First Time!) 😮
I’m currently 2 weeks in. I’ve had 11 teeth pulled. I have temporary dentures that are slightly off. I’m down 9lbs and my taste buds aren’t the same. I’m not frustrated but it’s becoming a challenge. I’m in the very early stages and I don’t get my permanent until January. Your videos have been helping me ALOT. Thank you
I am 1 week away from getting my teeth pulled. My situation is slightly different. I got diagnosed last month with throat cancer and before I can start radiation I have to fix my teeth. Oral surgeon said best bet is total extraction based on how bad my teeth are. I discussed the snap in dentures after I whoop cancer's ass. That's the plan 🤞. Scared to death but doing it. Brighter days and smiles ahead I hope. Thank you for your videos. Very helpful for my mindset
I think it’s horrific that a dental professional would not explain fully what to expect and then also to not follow up until you have a good fit and can eat comfortably. Especially as expensive and painful as all of this is. Not to mention getting used to the “new” you and way of eating, etc. Thank you all for posting your honest experiences.
Your teeth are beautiful they don’t look like dentures they seem so natural and you look amazing. I really need to get dentures. I cannot afford to have implants and I was so afraid but you made me feel so much better. I know it’s not an easy road and it takes a lot of adjustment thank you this really helps!
Thank you for your sharing your personal issues on dentures. Last Saturday I had all of my teeth removed for implants and today, a week later I had my temporary 6 month dentures installed and I must say it's not a good time right now. I'm really not happy about the whole procedure so far but watching your video I realize I need to give this mouthful of plastic a chance. Thanks again for uploading the vid as it is extremely helpful for those of us new to dentures.
The first video I saw was the regret video about an hour ago. I don't know if you go that far back to the comments so I wanted to tell you that I finally have hope after seeing that video. So thank you. I'm only one week in with my new dentures. I might not have to cry anymore today .😃
I just got top dentures about 2 weeks ago. The first day was agonizing - however, I was able to make it through the week on soft foods and now I'm learning to cut up some food into smaller pieces depending on what it is and to chew more thoroughly. I appreciate you making this video as it has boosted my confidence 100%
I eat just about everything now, thought would never eat good again the 1st few months, now, 4 years later I dont even blink at any foods, sometimes forget and just start eating at parties, restaurants etc. I eat everything I want, it can be done. Videos like this encouraged me to not give up and keep trying until it was natural. Other than jawbreakers and candy apples I can bite and chew anything down. No adhesive.
I’m 57 and have had my dentures for several years. I had all my teeth pulled at once, it was not a problem. Everything she said was exactly right for me, except I always have adhesive. I’ve never had them adjusted. I leave them in 24/7. They come out about once a day if I need to re-glue them. I just wipe them down and apply new adhesive. I always wanted to give support to those that are nervous about getting them because they are life changing for me. I never would believe that they would feel like real teeth. The one thing she didn’t say is that I can feel the sensation of every tooth just like they are real. They feel like they are original teeth except no rot or pain. I can eat almost anything except taffy and I don’t bite hard things and I don’t chew gum. It takes a while to get used to them, but when you do it’s great.
I’m 57. Just got dentures. The teeth are beautiful. But right now it feels like extra weight in my mouth. Hopefully in time it will get better. Reading your review made me feel better🙏🏻
@@diamondjewel5640 so awkward in the beginning, it’s hard to believe at first that they would end up so much better than my real teeth were. Glad I could encourage. Peace.
You are not supposed to leave your denture in 24/7 because your palate needs to breathe is what the dentist told me. Have you had any problems doing that? I’d like to do that too but 3 dentists have said I should leave them out at night.
@@evelynfussell174Meh.....I've had eye doctors tell me you can't wear disposable lenses for long periods of time or it will for SURE damage your eyes. I have worn the SAME pair of disposable lenses for YEARS and never taken them out once. I do end up changing them eventually because I rub my eye and tear one or something.... but I HAVE GONE to the eye doctor over those years several times and my eyes are peachy keen. Lol I would say try it .....monitor it. If you find it getting irritated or sensitive or anything.....then take em out 🤷♀️
I have been following you for way over 10 Years now, you have honestly been my massive inspiration into the whole denture experience and to encourage me getting over the anxiety of getting the whole procedures done. I do thank you with the bottom of my heart for your videos and knowledge of what you have offered me
I just had all my teeth extracted. I had a bad infection years ago. That I just couldn't afford to go to the dentist. It spread to all my teeth over time. I have had a lot of bone loss. Not just tooth loss. Now I just got a mouth full of stiches. Can't get the dentures in yet. And am waiting to get them relined. Your video is extremely helpful. I feel more confident that I will still be able to eat solid food. And not have to gum at things. Can't wait to get them in and start eating real food again. So tired of mashed potatoes.
Dude I'm 1 week and 2 days in. It hurts. I won't give up but yo it's crazy hard! Your content is so positive and I'm so grateful to you! You've changed my whole life! Thank you so I much for making me confident to smile and be proud of what I have. I just got them and for the first time in my married life (being married for 17 years and not having smiling fully for 26 years) I have faith to do it because of you. Love you sis!
Stumbled upon your channel doing research and I must say you've given me a new outlook on dentures. I've had dental issues as long as I can remember but recently lost one of my front teeth so my insecurity about my smile is at an all time high. I ordered some pop on veneers for now but I'm looking into permanent solutions. I've always thought the best option for me would be implants but the price tag is outrageous. The only thing I've known about dentures is seeing older ppl with them and clearly being able to tell which turned me off. But yours look completely natural so I'm reconsidering. Binge watching your channel and continuing my research. Thanks for sharing your story!!
Go to Thailand or Turkey.... Honestly for the trip and everything and all the work you will still save and they are ranked higher than American dentists doing the same thing.
Thank you so much. I got my dentures last December. I’ve been afraid to use them. Well the other day I tried a banana, it wasn’t great but because of you I will try again. My bottoms are to loose to not have an adhesive. The top fit fine. But the bottom hurt with the banana. I fell and broke all my original teeth, actually it was a seizure. Thank you so much.
I’m using my dads account to let you know that your videos gave me the courage to finally fix my smile. I am a year out and it’s a indescribable change in who I am . You said all the things I needed to hear just to GO! The first visit was the worst but if people can just take that first step AND put in the work. I could go on and on haha THANK YOU THANK YOU 😊
I was so scared to go for my removal. I have a top denture for 4 months then I get the implant screws on top I have 7 front teeth on the bottom and parcel to complete the bottom set. It is very very expensive and even though I have insurance there was no one in my network to give me a denture that was except able and they def don't cover a parcel. I had to save for a very long time with my fiansce to get this done. But I'm so glad I did and I'm only 3 weeks in. I can't eat correctly yet but I know I will be able to. The parcel is giving me more issue than the denture
That's awesome to hear..happy for you....I must say I've seen this channel grow...imagine starting a channel about losing your teeth, sharing you life and experience..this lady has immense courage and she has probably helped thousands of people in similar situations...
I don't have dentures but gum recession due to a number of factors ..4 surgeries later..tens of thousands of dollars spent....visits to soooo many periodontists and dentists....I guess I'm saying I know what its like to have sheet mouth problems....I think its actually changed me as a person mentally.....I lost a spark for life, I lost that joy...anyway, sheet happens I guess..love to all you guys and all the best
Finally, someone who actually has dentures ! I had a gum disease ,and had all my teeth pulled one week later ! It has been over five months and I am still eating with out them !! Mine feel loose and move a lot ,but you have given me hope ,Thankyou !!
@@choclatee_4676 That is my worst time , I don't like eating in front of others , I take a plastic bag ,and use a napkin too take them out put them in the bag ,eat and then put them back in !! It been over 10 months and still not eating them with them in ,!! But I am glad I have them !!! Spoke to my guy ,and he said it can take two years to learn to eat with them ! Rather have them ,than not !!
I mourned the loss of my teeth months before my extraction appointment. Two hours and immediate relief later, I was glad it the pain was behind me. The six months of toothless healing were a nutritional challenge and the first month of wearing them was HUGE learning curve on how to eat.
Where u going wiv Ur 6 months healing my sis said 6 weeks all my top teeth havto go must get dentures just on top but I'm used of having no top teeth been bullied on and off line 24.7 x
@@TheresaOConnor-m6j I went to my local dentist who does not do instant dentures (same day.) Dr. Smith, knowing the expense of dentures, recommends his patients be six months healed (swelling gone) before fitting the dentures. My teeth were removed late May, my first fitting was end of October and, one week before Thanksgiving (Nov.) I walked out of his office with my new teeth. There were two follow up visits to adjust the fit and my first annual checkup the next November included relining.
I just got my dentures roughly 2 months ago. The first month was very challenging to eat and you are correct, it is a learning process. Fortunately I have an amazing dentist, if i need adjustments i can go into the office any time and they don't let me leave till I am comfortable with how the dentures fit. I am now coming to the point that they will be putting in my first set of liners and I am told that especially the lower denture will fit much better. I am now at this point able to eat most of what i did before I got dentures, some things take longer to be able to eat. I try to eat certain things and if it is to difficult I adjust how I eat it or wait a little longer and try again. Before I got my dentures I rarely went out in public to eat, I was very self conscious about how I looked, embarrassed really. i had always taken care of my teeth yet they still went bad. I have never been a drug user so that wasn't the cause. A month after getting my dentures I took my family on vacation and actually allowed my picture to be taken. We went out to eat for every meal and had a blast. I am still trying to train myself to not cover my mouth when I smile or laugh, old habits die hard. Not only am I not ashamed of how I look any longer but I feel that my wife doesn't have to be embarrassed either, although she has never said she was nor acted like it. Getting dentures, for me, has changed my life for the better. I am happier, I have no pain any longer, I feel healthy and have so much more energy. Thank you for your video. I believe your advice is pretty much spot on.
I've had dentures for a year and I need to use glue just to keep them in (my dentist did say I might need new ones after a few months), I've just been fitted for new ones, when I get them will I still need to use glue?my dentist doesn't tell me much.
You have more energy after your teeth were pulled? 🤔 Serious question... get all my teeth pulled (well, the 3 1/2 remaining and all the pieces) and get immediate dentures in like a week and a half to two weeks.
I’ll be joining this club soon. This video def makes me feel a lot more comfortable. It’s going to be a learning curve, but like you said, eating right now is no picnic either. Thank you!
I’ve had partials for 10 years and now I’ve been with my new dentures for two weeks now. Thank you so much for validating my experience, it’s been frustrating… thank you for giving me hope
@@Brenleysage I only noticed bone loss after getting my full denture… my prosthedontist says it’s pretty quick the first six months, then slows down quite a bit after
I’m 2 weeks in myself. It has been a challenge but just listening to this lady was so encouraging Ty . Good luck on your new journey. I am praying for great success for both of us .
Thank you so much for your videos. I go get an immediate denture in two days. I was nervous as can be and losing sleep over it. But your videos taught me a lot and I appreciate you so much for helping others and myself!
Just got my dentures today ...I am so glad I found your video. I was feeling kinda bummed after I tried to eat today. Your video made me feel better. Thanks
I got mine about 6 days ago, I haven't eaten much, but last night I tried lasagna. It was a little bit of a battle, but I got it. The learning curve is real. And this made me feel a little better. I go for adjustments tomorrow!
This is really helpful, im about to have my upper teeth removed and get dentures. I'm learning as much as i can for when when i finally get my denture. So this is awesome, thank you!
Thank you for a informative video. I have had my dentures for a month today. As a chef eating has been a double challenge. Thanks again for straight talk
I'm 66 and have had mine for 3 weeks now. Eating is getting better abd better. Extreme happy with them so far. My bones were deteriorating and my teeth were getting loose. Some adjustment to size pieces of food but absolutely no horror story here. I have the best dentist ever.
So, I haven't had any side or back teeth for about 10 years. I haven't been able to have them extracted either so they're just broken down to the gums. I relate so much to what you're saying about perspective, It's SO HARD to eat with just my front teeth (which are starting to break down as well from eating on just those teeth) and I haven't eaten anything enjoyable in years. I deal with constant pain. I feel like getting these teeth out and getting my dentures will be a relief, because ANYTHING has to be an improvement compared to what I've been living with. I'm about a month or so away from getting this done, I had my initial consult about a month ago, I didn't qualify for any financial assistance or payment plan so I've been scraping together the $16000 (it's expensive for 30 surgical extractions and both sets of dentures) and I'm almost there. I am honestly just looking forward to getting these bad teeth out, I can deal with any other struggles as they come.
I hope it all goes well for you and quickly becomes a distant memory. I am 24hrs along after 5 removals and an immediate top plate inserted. Already I feel happier and not embarrassed to smile anymore. I hope you post again once you've had the work done.
I hope you can get it done soon. Mine are not great either I have put it off because of fear and money too. But if I don’t get rid of these teeth. Eventually an infection will kill me. I have wonderful husband and 25 year old son. Beautiful 2 year old granddaughter. Changing my diet and adjusting to worth it.
I'm in a similar situation. I'm about to be 43 on Sept 12. 5 days ago, I had to have my 7th extraction since I was in my early 20s, due to infection. The one before that was infected & abscessed. I have so much bone loss from having teeth pulled, that one of my bottom, front incisors is always loose because there's not enough bone left to hold it in place. This of course makes biting anything a challenge, since I'm constantly worried about that tooth falling out. I have only been able to chew on my right side for yrs & it's making those teeth bad & painful to eat as well. All my incisors are so sensitive it hurts to eat, hot or cold, even breathing through my mouth the air hitting them hurts. They also told me I have paradontal disease. A few years ago, I cracked my front tooth on my hula hoop & 2 winters ago it chipped off. I have barley anything left to chew or bite with. I'm finally ready for dentures. I have always taken care of my teeth, but they just keep getting worse. Bad genes I guess. I also have a blood clotting disorder, which makes my blood so thick, it does not circulate as well as it should. I believe that has something to do with it as well? Not sure what my insurance covers yet. Hoping the cost of getting immediate healing dentures is not too expensive? I live on a limited income, so saving takes time. I'll take bottom of the barrel since as you said, anything has to be better then this!! I've been told my insurance should cover the extractions. It's the rest I'm worried about being able to afford. I feel your pain! 😉
I'm like your mom, I'm on my second set of dentures and still hate them! I can pretty much eat anything you can with teeth!! And my wife loves me know matter what!! I like my freedom!! Great Video!!
that is 1000% true that the experience a person has with dentures depends on their perspective, I was entirely convinced that eating was forever going to be a tremendous pain in the ass for the rest of my life lol but once I really gave them a chance and actually started wearing them like I'm supposed to be, my eating experience immediately became a thousand times more enjoyable. Thanks for the vid!
Thank you for this video. I am a new denture wearer and I never thought about the foods I would have difficulty eating. I am in that regret stage trying to move on to the next stage. Again thank you and I shall watch more of your videos.
I just came across your channel. I have full uppers and a partial on the bottom with 4 teeth on one side and one on the left side. I have had mine since 1978. Thank God for three good dentists, I can pretty much eat anything that doesn’t eat me first. I have been very lucky in that none of my dentures have required an adhesive. My main problem was the real teeth and a couple crowns on the bottom were so much harder than the acrylic of the upper. Hence I was wearing thru the uppers about every 5 years. My current dentist solved that issue. He simply added filling material the the upper above my lower teeth. My last upper was made 2011. You are very correct in your statement that we may need to some foods differently than with real teeth. DO NOT GET FRUSTRATED WOTH THEM. AND DO NOT HESITATE TO RETURN TO THE DENTIST FOR ADJUSTMENTS. Very informative video
I found a dentist that I don't feel like is just out to kill me. Yesterday he pulled 14 teeth from my top and just over 24 hours later I couldn't be happier. Very little swelling and the bleeding is starting to slow. I'm hungry AF but zero regrets about getting the sharp and busted up teeth out of my face. After my checkup today I would say I'm very fortunate in my recovery so far. 39 year old male.
I'm 31 and female, trying to get dentures- it's really scary but I can't take these sharp broken teeth any longer either, I dont want this pain I've had since I was 10, and constant infections that could kill me
Yeah man I rekted my teef from bad hygiene and meth, man let me tell you my top mouth hurts like hell man, I have parendetitis really badly,sheesh glad u feel better
At 39 years old you probably shouldn't be in the position of having any of your teeth pulled, never mind 14! I didn't have my first tooth pulled until I was 64 !
I am now 2weeks in with a full upper and partial bottom. So far it’s going pretty well. My immediates have fit really well and I’m starting to get used to figuring out chewing.
You have excatly the same dentures that I do .Just got them yesterday ugh !!! I was waiting for u to give some goof advice LOL Not sure how long u have had yours .Good Luck !!!
Hello Elizabeth, I read your comment im new towards getting front Dentures. My top teeth need dentures and have good teeth lower but need lower part dentures. How do you feel when you got your Dentures. Im 56 and i want to smile again.
Thank you for this video I'm 45 and lost my teeth a couple years after I gave birth to my son. For some reason pregnancy didn't agree with my teeth. Well my son will be 18 this May so I've gone many years with no teeth. I haven't wanted dentures because of all the horror stories about them falling out or causing sores in your mouth. I can't tell you how depressed I am. Going out has become such a task, I'm so embarrassed that I was actually sad when they lifted the mask mandate. I have really bad credit from a divorce so implants and snap ons are not a choice for me. Sometimes, I've felt death might be better it may sound extreme but I'm very unhappy. I've thought of doing a go fund me but I've never been the type of person to ask for help. You've made me reconsider getting dentures and I like to thank you, you're a beautiful person inside and out.
Just found this and I’m so happy. I got a full extraction 5 days ago. My immediate dentures hurt. I was getting discouraged that I won’t eat anything but smoothies. I’m hoping the more I heal the more I can wear my dentures.
@@toowoombawoodfiredpizza much better with soft liners. But my bottoms don’t fit at all. I think my gums were swollen before surgery, and now that it’s healed they are too big. I go back in 2 weeks to see if they can help with them. I’m glad these videos mentioned to have patience! 😂
I hear ya girl! I'm 43 and have had my dentures since I was 25. I was an addict and my teeth just got really rotten. When I got clean, I got pregnant with my son. So the only reason I got them done was because I had to go out in public with my son and I couldn't hide in my house forever. It was so awkward, but I got used to them probably about a couple of months. I didn't smile tho for about a month. Lol. And being a cook for 16 yrs; there was no way that I was going without my favorite foods! I can eat anything but no carmel. And whole peanuts would get stuck in between my dentures and it would hurt my gums because my dentures would rub against my gums, which is really painful. And I really loved Oh Henry chocolate bars. ☹️ lol. I can eat steak with baby bites, as long as I have adhesive, but I'll take out my dentures when I eat steak or something that is chewy. I also have a tooth missing because I chewed a mint 🫣. I went to a dentist's office and they told me that it would cost me about $400-$500 to just get that tooth put back in. But the sad thing is; someone had told me to use super glue to put it back in 🤫 . Don't do it. It don't work anyway 🤣 And my mom also had dentures when she was 25, and my brother at 36. So, I guess it's hereditary for some people. My piece of advice..if your mouth is full of rotten teeth..get them all ripped out and get a full set of dentures; because it's cheaper than getting implants ( well cheaper in 🇨🇦 anyways). And smile, because you'll start to love them! Thank you for talking about this! 💜😃
I am realizing right now that your path is one I need to travel as well. Does it terrify me. Hell yes it does. This is why I want to say "THANK YOU SO MUCH! for posting your journey on here. I can not tell you how relieving it is to hear directly from someone who's been there and done that. God bless you🙏♥️
Wow! Like wow I am in tears! I just had my full mouth extraction done a couple of weeks ago and now with my immediate dentures all relign and I can finally start eating is great, you just eased all my worries and such on how to eat with them! I am very new to this and to hear you talk about how to slightly change the method that you eat will definitely help me. I cannot thank you enough for your wisdom to ease my mind!
Oh thank you girl!!!! Why every time I turnaround you post what I’m thinking!!! I so miss eating…it hurts I’m on the worst weight loss program ever at the moment! Can’t wait to eat again 🥰 your the best!!!
My dentist wanted me to mortgage my home to pay for the dentures. That's a negative sir. I'm a carpenter of a life time so I made mold and made me wooden dentures. They turned out nice and I can change the mode of them as well. From silver or gold to just plan white. Since it's the Christmas holidays I changed them to gold so I can feel like Yukon Cornelius 🤠
I've had top dentures for 6 weeks and I'm thankful to be doing extremely well! I tried to eat wings a few weeks ago and didn't have the right balance going on, but other than that, I'm eating everything I ate before! Getting my bottom teeth extracted and getting implant supported dentures on April 10!
I almost cried listening to you saying that your mouth was full of broken teeth because I used to be in that boat. Thankfully, I had a handful of good teeth and the dentist was able to manage getting partials for me. So I'm on the same boat although I'm a little relieved that I didn't need those teeth pulled.. At first, I was willing to hear that I needed all of them pulled..but the dentist surprised me and said "you've got several teeth that can be saved and you want to keep them" so eventually I got partials. It's been 5 days and it's been very hard to eat..but I can tell it's getting better though! I came to your video because I wanted to see what other people who have similar situations as me live like. I'm so happy to feel like I'm not the only one going through this. Thank you!!❤
I've had dentures for 20 years and I am still not use to them the bottoms are fine ,it's the tops I have trouble with and I have to say you have the most amazing eyes I have ever seen
I'm in the process of getting upper and lower partials due to oral cancer. Rotting teeth is one of the side effects of that. I know it's going to take time to get used to but I will take it one day at a time. ✌❤
I'm in the same boat as you. I had the same cancer as Eddie VanHalen. Lost the base of my tongue, which I can't even notice now, but the radiation to my head & neck destroyed my once beautiful teeth. Did you have to have hyperbaric chamber treatments prior to extraction?
I have dentures 50 years i really hate them nothing like your own teeth my stamach and colon got trouble cant digest food and have gas and ascid reflux never that that ever before all the foods i ate before can not chew and digest do whatever you can to save your teeth please dentures are no joke i made sure i got portion teeth front 6 top and bottom plastic dont chew good luck
Paul S. I have had two surgeries and radiation for oral cancer in my right jaw, in the last three years. So I only have teeth on the left side of my jaw. My cancer surgeon tell's me that there is not enough bone left to put in implants. So I'm considering getting a partial lower denture but I'm concerned about whether it will stay in place when chewing. It's a tough decision for me as my dentist tells me I first would to have a surgeon remove the scar tissue from the two previous surgeries and have a skin grafted in to make room for the denture. Has anyone had success with a lower partial only attached to teeth on the opposite side? Thanks.
Hello Maryellen. Came across yoyr comment. First i want to say Live fully whatever heart desires you will beat this. I loss 5 my Dad Brother Nephew ( Cousin is a she) and my Ex to Cancer. My prayers are with you and yours. Family.
Thanks for the video! I am one week out from my extractions so, very new at this. Very sore still and its very challenging. Going slow, hoping for the best and gonna fight the good fight!
Thank you for your video. I have been very apprehensive about getting my teeth fixed. I have never been good about my dental hygiene. My parents had bad teeth themselves and never made it a point to make it a habit for me. I never went to the dentist until I was 19. At that point my dentist told me that I could save my teeth if I started taking care of them. But because it was never a habit and I often suffered with depression this never happened. I'm now 36 and my mouth is a trainwreck. Eating can be very painful. I used to be able to adjust how I eat and avoid the bad teeth. In the last few years this has been becoming more difficult. I've pretty much reached the point of dentures or nothing. I was holding out for getting implants, but they are not cheap. Now I'm really considering getting some normal dentures. My teeth really embarrass me. I can barely eat. My mouth is constantly in pain. Luckily I've made some strides in fixing my credit. I'm going to try and get some basic dentures to start out with and eventually add implants later. Thank you for giving me some courage to pursue this!
I have just started my journey with new dentures...got the remaining ten teeth extracted and dentures put in just five days ago. Overall, I've been pleased with the healing process, but was majorly concerned as to whether or not I'd ever be able to eat normally. Watching your video, as well as selected others, have put me a lot more at ease. I guess it really does help to find others who have been through the same process. I also think perhaps dentists/oral surgeons should better prepare patients for what it's like to have dentures, as well as classes post-placement to help with the transition. Thank you so much for these videos!
Hi, I am getting ready to get the rest of my teeth pulled and will hopefully be getting dentures soon. I am 58 years old so I feel like I lasted long enough, this past few years has been one tooth ache after another. I was glad to find your channel.
Thank you thank you so much, I'm fixing to get my dentures for my top and implant for my bottom so I'll let you know how it turns out, but that was some good advice you gave and I thank you for taking the time to talk to us, may God bless you and your family.
Thank you SO much for the information!! I go in at 8:30am tomorrow for 10 extractions and my new upper dentures/lower partial, and I am nervous and excited!! Don't know if I'll sleep much tonight. Glad it's finally gonna be done!!!
I start my process tomorrow as well, at 8:10am! :) I'd love to keep in touch while we both go through this process, if that's not too weird, lol. Let me know! I'll share my email. :)
@@billiejo1593 I'm more than two weeks out now. I just got my lower partial 2 days ago cuz they had sent it back to be redone. I have been eating the same way you are cuz I haven't had lower molars. I'm drinking a lot of Ensure and eating soft foods. NOW, my upper full denture is much looser, and I'm starting to use Fixodent today. It takes up to 6 months for your jawbone to fully heal and form. Don't get discouraged, it's a long journey with many changes!! But it's gonna be SO worth it when we finally get there and they fit properly and we learn how to eat!! Stay strong!!!❤️
Hi Kalinjax, I am in the beginning stages of having my upper teeth removed for a full upper denture. I am scared, nervous, and at the same time hopeful again. I have been struggling with rotten teeth for many years now and I am now taking steps to getting the work done. I have had so many questions and feelings about what life with a denture will be like. I started searching around youtube for advice and came across your channel. I want to let you know how much I appreciate having you here to help me figure this out. You have become an inspiration and source of strength for me. Thank you for being there for me and others, who are going through this process. Thank you! 🙂
@@Johnny-xh3wk it’s not easy I’m having a hard time still after almost a month..don’t know if I’ll ever be able to eat with these bottom dentures..I never had a problem with my upper ones..it’s frustrating and it’s sore🥹
I never even considered I might be able to chew gum again! I'm getting my permanent dentures tomorrow and watching videos tonight about how to eat with them. Also, I don't mean to be superficial, but you have the most beautiful eyes!
Hi this is day three for me. All I can say is if I hadn't found your channel the night before my procedure I would not have walked into that clinic the next day with the confidence I had. I got the immediate dentures with implants. I've learned so much from you all I can say for now is thank you and I will be keep you posted as my journey continues.
It took me quite awhile ( about 5 months) to eat.Your right you have to learn how to do it. Once you learn you can almost eat anything. I find if you portion the same amount of food on each side it made it much easier. I later upgraded to implants now I basically can eat anything I want. I do like them much better. But had normal dentures for about 7 years.
Your teeth are beautiful! (and you have very pretty eyes too) I've had my upper dentures for about 10 or 11 months now. 3 weeks ago they finally did a hard reline. Using the poorly made imminent denture as my now permanent denture. Oh they do fit better, as they are not as thick in the front pushing my lips out. But, maybe one thing to tell your viewers, when they go (for me anyway) from a temporary denture to their permanent denture, they will fit and feel different. I had gotten use to eating or I should say, mastering different methods of eating, and then had to train myself almost all over again when I got the permanent hard relined ones. Probably my biggest hurdle is I still have my ugly crooked half missing, mis alined natural bottom teeth. Only 1 or 2 of the outside edges catch the flat part of the denture tooth. BUT, I hesitate pulling them for lower dentures, because I can still use them in biting some foods, and I do pull out my uppers sometimes to eat, and when I do that, my old ugly lower teeth can grab onto the sandwich and bit and gum it into a eatable piece. Im afraid if I got them pulled, they'd never fit or stay in place, and I'd lose being able to do that at least. There are times I look at some food and get excited to eat it only to remember I can't bite it. Had a birthday picnic for our foster daughter yesterday at the park. Out of the foods we had there, (and we had lots, my wife is Filipino and if you know Filipinos, they love lots of food) I choose a hotdog, thinking I could eat that in front of a bunch of people. My first small bite, the denture pulled down in the back and almost got lost in my mouth. I ended up getting a knife and slicing it into small bite sized pieces and using a fork to eat my hotdog. I find I can chew most foods once I get them into my mouth, but I just cannot bite anything anymore. That part is something I am still having anxiety over. I try not to dwell on it but it still makes me sad. One thing that helps me when I feel depressed about my new teeth is, before I had my old teeth pulled, I took selfie pictures of my teeth, real close ups. So I will bring those teeth up on my computer to remind me of what I did have and what I have now. I do get some comfort in that. Knowing how ugly my smile use to be and how much nicer it is. I think maybe a lot of my problem is the dentist I choose. The guy seems caring, and has spent a lot of extra time with me, with cosmetic part. After he pulled my teeth, he took extra time in reshaping my gum and tried to push back my over bite, knowing the denture would cause some bulking, and when he made my hard reline, he took them down to the lab ( in house) and explained to them how he wanted the front pulled back more to make even less of an overbite for me. But, I've noticed these teeth are so thin, if I ever did drop them or bite anything hard, they WILL break. But, money don't grow on trees, and my insurance on my retirement, only goes so far. WOW, sorry I didn't mean to write a book on your video post. Please keep making videos, they really do help those who watch them. God Bless.... ( Robb from Albany ORegon)
Hi there. 36 year old recovering alcoholic and addict here. My mouth health was in the gutter, I couldn't eat, drink, or do anything. I was in constant EXCRUCIATING pain and discomfort, I never smiled, I was afraid to date, and was completely miserable. After doing thorough research, I decided to have my teeth taken out. All of them (that were left or halfway there). I'm on my first day of permanents and 6.5 weeks out of E-Day. I purposely did not do immediate dentures because I got some good advice from my aunt. I realize that may not be an option for some folks, but if you can go toothless for a month and a half, do it. My dentures fit and they fit well. Eating is really hard right now, but coming here and listening to this has been so uplifting and reassuring. This and "dentures vs food" have been incredibly helpful, a God send if you will. My advice? Do what is going to help you LONG TERM. My health is already 10x better since I got those teeth taken out. Talk to many dentists and find somebody you like and trust. Dont settle for less. Ever. This is incredibly important. Also, be adamant about adjustments and making sure they're comfortable. It's their job and you should be comfortable while you have them in. Implants are being pushed super hard now. The reason for that is simple. PROFIT. The procedure is fairly quick, the recovery is straightforward and it's a one shot way to make a lot of money for the practice. Essentially a one and done for the dentist. No free follow ups, adjustments, etc.. It just makes more financial sense for them to push implants. They'll spook you with "bone loss" warnings (which is real but not nearly as bad as they make it sound if you wear your dentures), face changes, cheeks sinking in, anything to sway you to pay for implants. I'm from DC and a full mouth of complete implants is 65K+. Its insane. Anyway, THANK YOU for being here for us. Get the dentures, they aren't horrible and your confidence and happiness will be back sooner than you think.
Day 3 with upper extractions and an immediate denture (I also had aveoplasty). I find that everything I try to eat gets lodged in between my gums and the denture especially in the front of it behind the teeth. So far, broth is the only thing I have been successful eating. Tried mashed potatoes and what a mess that was last night. If anyone can relate or has suggestions please reach out. Thanks for all you do Kristi.
The same goes for implants. My wife does age care services and the amount of elderly people she has taken to specialists due to infections around dental implant is for normal. She strongly Advise me to stay clear from implants and stick to dentures
Given the fact that they are elderly and need help caring for themselves, it isn't surprising. Could the cause of the infections possibly be due to not having the implants regularly checked and cleaned professionally, or perhaps the patients already having pre-existing issues that facilitate the infections? Those two factors make a huge difference.
@@Trevor7727 Of course, I wouldn't want to invest in them myself if there was some danger to health that I am not aware of, either, so it would be a good one to know...
Not necessarily ... I am 81 have had 4 implants upper and 4 lower and full dentures sit atop them. Other than occasional cracked teeth from eating popcorn or nuts (I am raw vegan so I eat a lot of hard veggies) I have really had no serious problems just some mechanical adjustments and learning curve. Soon I am replacing upper and lower dentures because mine are very worn.
Thanks for the info and encouragement -just got my temporary dentures yesterday so still going through some big adjustments but Im glad to hear that you can actually eat basic food with them and like you say there may be some things I just need to give up .
One big tip I got from a old denture wearer that is backwards from what the dentist told me is never leave the dentures out. Often when new especially you're told to leave them out at night and they can feel uncomfortable. They'll be 100 times more uncomfortable when you put them back in in the morning. So clean them, clean your mouth, put them back in your mouth and go to bed. Your gums will get used to them a whole lot faster, and they won't feel uncomfortable half the day after you put them back in every morning.
I'm glad you said this,I don't know how many times people have told me not to sleep with them, and I really want to have them in all the time.I didn't get immediate dentures I had my teeth pulled on June 27th and waited 3 weeks to start the denture process and it was week 6 before I even got them
It’s been 6 years for my process and 3 different dentists They hurt as soon as I put them in I wear for a couple hours cause the pain is so bad and my face is swollen in the morning. Any advice please
While there is some truth in what you are saying, it's is different from individual to individual As a dentist, I tell my patients not to wear them at night. The gum tissue is just like any other tissue in the body and needs time to repair after a denture has say I'm them all day. It's the same as person working out arms or legs in a gym, rest repairs and makes new tissue grow. Second, many people grind and clench during sleep. Just like mentioned in the video, grinding and clenching can break the dentures or teeth. These pieces can be aspirated into the lungs while breathing during sleep and can cause a severe lung abscess or pneumonia. Last, if the denture stay in place all day and night, ulcers can occur from tissue break down. The mouth contains yeast microbes that can get into the ulcers and grow creating a major infection. These microbes can live in the tiny spaces of your denture as well causing repetitive yeadt infections. The main thing is to be educated and to clean your dentures as well as your mouth, and know wearing dentures is an individual experience. What tips and tricks that works for one person does not work for all people. The end result is sickness, damage to the denture, and more expense out of your pocket hoping the denture can be fixed.
OMG!!!! Thank you sooooo very much for posting this! At this point in my life I am having all my top teeth removed, scary stuff, but unfortunately some of my front teeth cannot be saved 😢 unless I get implants, they are so expensive here in Australia. I am so worried about eating in the future. I love to cook and eat! I am going in for my teeth removal in January and am 💩ing myself
Before I got my dentures I found you & started watching your videos. I had all my teeth pulled last April. The dentist told me not to get immediate dentures because it would cause problems to my healing. It was horrible, since I work with the public. I had my dentures made by a new dentist who didn't have much experience, there is so much to be said about a dentist who's been making & doing dentures for a reasonable period of time. My 1st set never looked correct, felt correct & were so far into the back I couldn't keep them in due to constantly gagging. I had another dentist adjust them, however things still didn't help. I eventually went somewhere else to get another new set of dentures. These have been so much better, however still struggled with gagging. I realized since I didn't have an immediate denture, my tongue never got the change to get desensitized. I had heard if you wear them your mouth, muscles & tongue will eventually adjust, it just takes time for this to take place. I've been faithful wear my new dentures for over a week now & have noticed things are getting better. I still find myself gagging at times, some of what I think is in my own head, however much better. I was also told to cut my food up & chew with the back teeth. I've been holding off on eating with them till I'm past the gagging. I just want to Thank You for all the videos you have shared on your channel. I was grateful to find you! No one told me anything I needed to do once I had my teeth pulled & even when I got dentures. I do need to understand oral health better when having no teeth. What is proper care for the oral health of our mouths without teeth? Is that something you could explain for any new & existing denture wearer? I'd really appreciate a new video just on that. Again Thank You for sharing your story & empowering all denture wearers!
@@glennjones6574 I have the healing dentures and just over 2 weeks out removed upper 5 healing great! Glad I did it. Still learning to chew since I don’t have many lower except front few and some left side. Next spring I am getting those done
I'm two years into my top plate. The first year and a half, it was pure misery. Lost 40#, lived on mashed potatoes and peanut butter. Couldn't taste anything! my dentist is of no help. But six months ago, I found a adhesive that work extremely well. I can get two descent meals out of one application. I still can't even think about eating an apple or corn on the cob, but I'm calling it a win. The worst thing about the adhesives, is the clean up. What a mess. But at least I don't have to eat vicariously through others!
I’m so glad I found your channel. I’m 63 and have terrible teeth, broken cracked, decayed missing and no longer near functional and very painful. I don’t care as much about looks as I do functionality. I love to eat everything period! I have a beard and goatee, so it hides my teeth well, unless I full-mouth laugh, which I don’t. I think I can only handle all- on- four. Traditional dentures are not something I think I can live with. Snap -ins just sound like they would be weak and a a real hassle. I’m hard on everything. I break things just getting them out of the package. I also grind my teeth, ( which I know I’d need to stop.) Your videos sure are helping my decision-making process. I’m less angry and fearful after watching them. Now I’m going through a cost/ benefit analysis phase . I’m very healthy and other than teeth, I have no other issues. But I’m thinking the cost of all -on- four is about as much as a car! My family is long-lived, usually into the mid- 80s, but the average mortality rate is 76.3 years for a man so, that’s 13 - 20 years. Of course, being able to eat anything I want with no pain would be the best thing I could do for myself. I’m concerned that wherever I go they are going to give me the hard sell. I’m scared embarrassed and crabby.
Tell them you’d like to come in for a 2nd opinion! It’s free & the hard sale eases up. Got to get those estimates, like you would on a car, get your best deal & group to work with!
Christopher. Don’t be embarrassed. I assure you, the staff and dentists have seen worse. They shouldn’t be pushy. Unfortunately, I realize that some are. Their job is to educate as to what your options are and give you the pros and cons of each option. It’s your job, not theirs, to choose what is right for you. If the office seems too pushy, try another office.
I have just had both top and bottom dentures fitted, I am extremely worried about trying to eat things especially now and the sites where the injections were given hurt like hell as the dentures rub. watching your video have given my the courage to continue to try and master the art of eating with them, from a 70 year old man, I thank you.
I was eating 5 days after getting my denture. My upper teeth are mine. I think that helped a great deal. It has been 3 weeks since getting two lower implants. I was so determined not to be on just soft food. I have eaten steak, chicken, fish. I can eat any cooked vegetable. Not raw yet. I cannot eat a sub yet, but I can eat a sandwich I make. I have eaten chips, tacos. I love to cook so I was headstrong about eating. I have been experimenting with all foods. I just dont assume I cant eat something until I try!
Good video! Almost a month I had my dentures in. I did a full 6 hr 10 tooth extraction. Accident knocked out of the rest, so I had no gauze the dentures were the substitute. Bad accident knocked most teeth out and a lot of gums. You have to train yourself how to eat. I have few more adjustments, cant give up like a lot of people. Bread and a lot of stuff I hold in My mouth so saliva will soften it like bread, crackers, broccoli, and fried fish. Poligrip helps a lot. Brush every day especially if you smoke. Don't use efferdent the first few months it softens that pink stuff on the top of your top denture.
Six hours for ten teeth? I got thirteen pulled in less than twenty minutes by a rookie butcher of a dentist. The rest went just as bad and I think my dentures belong to someone else. I threw them away and made my own. Ugly but very strong.
I’m glad to see your video. I just got a full mouth of dentures today 10:46 and I was surprised how hard it is to eat . Thank you for your encouragement that this is just an early days of my struggle. I finally have my smile back and now, I just need to learn how to eat with these dentures 😁
You will be able to eat most foods. Cut meats into thin, small pieces. Broccoli and cauliflower can be bought "riced" or you can do it yourself. Cauliflower can be boiled and mashed like you do potatoes and it's good piled up the some butter. Italian bread is so chewy it can pop your denture out unless its dipped in soup broth. Made a lot of casseroles for mom using ground meat or made ground meat with gravy and put it over mashed potato. Biting and tearing/pulling is challenging but cutting things like pizza or a meatball sub into pieces does work.
I received my dentures the first week in feb. I have problems with them. About all i can eat is without dentures.thank you for your vidio im 71 fixing to be 72 on 3 months and im happy i dont have to do it again
I’ve been a dentist for 35 years and dentures are the most ridiculous and absurd concept in history. Patients who need them should reflect on how negligent they were to lead to losing their teeth. I have no compassion for them. All they do is drive the dentist out of his mind with ridiculous expectations. Dentures should be a do-it-at-home procedure. We dentists don’t deserve the hell you put us through.
Thanks for the heads up! I’ve pinned your comment so others can be warned.
Don't you guys get paid for this ?You're a f*ckin doctor please act like one , saying i have no compassion for them is the worst thing you can say as a doctor smh 😔
i really would like to meet you for 5 mins to change your mind
Boo hoo.....REALLY? GET OUT OF THE PROFESSION!You have no empathy for people! How do you know what caused their tooth loss? Accident, genetics, domestic abuse, disease (not of the person's neglect) HOW DARE YOU!!!! You sound like a BIG 👶 BABY!!!!!
Retirement, sounds like something that could work out well for you.
One tip for anyone struggling with eating. I found crock pot cooking helps. Right now I am eating cube steak something impossible with my crappy dentures.. not only is it soft enough but is tastes more like roast beef...one recipe is mushroom soup and beef gravy mix the other recipe calls for onion soup mix and beef gravy mix. Whatever works when the dentist doesn't
My husband also has started to cook steaks in the crockpot,so I can eat with my dentures.
I have been a dentist for 30 years, For the most part, I thought you were dead on-- on how dentures work. Usually patients are to apprehensive or overwhelmed when they get their first dentures, that they truly don't either understand or have realistic expectations of how dentures function. Your explanation of the process is quite accurate. If you and your dentures cannot function properly, eat and speak with your dentures, they can be adjusted. If your dentist cannot fix the basic functional issues, find another dentist. Today there is heavy stress on implants and more cosmetic forms of dentistry due to PROFIT motives. A quality, functional denture should be the norm, but many newer dentists and laboratories do NOT have the significant experience to master this type of restorative option. In fact it is becoming increasingly difficult to find quality labs to fabricate and repair dentures properly. There is a learning curve to wearing a denture, but it should not be impossible to enjoy a quality and nutritionally healthy diet. Demand satisfaction from your dentist or find a better, more helpful one !
My dentist didn’t explain ANYTHING to me, didn’t even ask me what color I wanted.. Smdh
Thank you 🙏
Thanks I needed to here that, I’m getting upper dentures next week I’m terrified
@@richerich9238 We’re in the same boat. If something isn’t right let your dentist know. We will adapt I’m sure you have during you’re path of tooth loss. Good luck and do your research of what to expect but don’t accept something that may not be right with your dentures.
It’s a shame the implant industry is so profit driven instead of being helpful and affordable. I’ve been quoted $40k to $80k and it’s disgusting and disheartening since the majority of people aren’t rich. There are probably many that have contemplated suicide from going through tooth loss knowing they won’t have their natural teeth and going through all the changes. Without teeth or dentures it dramatically changes your facial structure. From looking young to looking like an elderly person in a short time.
Went to my doctor with an ear ache, she saw nothing. Next day my wife had made me a dental appointment. Infection of my teeth. Had all top pulled 5 years ago, now all bottom had to go. I brushed my teeth 2 times a day and tried to take care the best I could. At 72 I figured, GET ER DONE. Their are problems to overcome, but I think I'm doing O.K. Lower set gives me the most trouble, but I just add more Fixodent to them in the afternoon and it does the trick. Glasses, teeth, hearing aids! Got the top part of my body working, NOW!
Not far behind you.
I'm only 50 and am getting mine next week full top bottom partials.
I'm 70 and have glasses, hearing aides and dentures. My top dentures were I think 9 years ago. Fixodent helps tremendously. Just 6 or 7 weeks ago, had my bottoms pulled. I'm still adjusting with my bottoms. I'm sure I'll be needing them relived. I was told in around 6 months after the extractions. So it will be in March. But until then, I'm managing. Just struggling eating with them in. Prayers this will improve soon.
Haha...that was a joy 2read...have a happy life 🕊
Thank you! You are very articulate. Yesterday, I had 14 teeth pulled. I am a new denture wearer. It's day 2.
Did you have any issues with throwing up?? I am on day 3. The 1st day I had 13 teeth pulled at 3pm. By 8pm I was throwing up. I finally fell asleep around 10pm. Woke up again a little after midnight vomiting again. The 2nd day I begged my dentist to take out the dentures, at least for a little while. I couldn't take anything for the pain or my antibiotics because I kept throwing up. Today is day 3. He did take them out and said we could leave them out until Monday (day 6). I've stopped vomiting, with the help of anti-nausea meds. But I'm not putting much on my stomach for terror of breaking my stitches trying to eat anything. I did manage some mashed potatoes today though.
@@iluvhoback No I did not throw up. The first night was miserable but I hung in there. I'm a lung cancer survivor so any medication/antibiotics after chemo is nothing to me. Hang in there it gets better as I'll get my permanent set in 2 weeks.
I had mine pulled two days ago. Anybody reading this message, u got this. Im sore, as expected, but dude, my teeth aint hurting, my neckache(ive had for years) has cleared up a good bit. Had to go get mine trimmed up a bit today (it was cutting my gums), but homie, anything is adaptable. you gon' be fine.
Nothing can motivate you to want your teeth pulled more than tooth pain. I am so grateful mine hurt or I never would have gone through with it.
How are you doing now? I go get mine in 2weeks.
Bro I’m having my teeth pulled in two weeks and I’m scared out of my mind but you comment made me feel so much better and I even laughed when you said “dude”. That’s exactly how I talk. I even say dude when talking to girls. 😂
Thank you! I just got my new full set of dentures today and I tried eating and just broke down crying 😭 then I saw this video and your reply :) I’ll give it some time!
@markbailey7584 I had mine done 1.5 months ago. Eating will be easier when you're able to use adhesive after you've healed up some. I ate with mine out for 2 weeks until I got a soft liner and was able to use adhesive. And even then I had spots that hurt when chewing. I went back in and they made some adjustments that helped. Everyday gets a little easier. If you got any questions just ask I'll be more than happy to answer if I can.
I got a full upper and a partial lower about a month and a half ago now. If it wasnt for these vids I wouldnt have survived. Couldnt get the tops in or the bottoms out, couldnt talk, couldnt eat, absolute nightmare. literally cried for a month. But suddenly got to grips with chopsticks and gollfballs in my mouth, the soreness and downright frustration and now I am starting to own them. Have faith, it is doable.
🎉Thank you !!!!! Encouraging statement😊
I love that for you.I was told Friday that I need a full upper denture and a bottom partial as well.Im only 43 and have been depressed and crying everyday.Hearing your story gives me hope that I can do it cause I'm tired of the pain and hiding from the world.😢
@@mariafinklea9819I am 48 and I am going in for my extractions Tuesday. I was depressed at first, but honestly I am having so much trouble with my teeth that I am ready for them to go.
After many years of learning how to eat, with missing or broken teeth. Decided I would like to smile again. Got 22 teeth pulled July 2023, relearned how to eat again while mouth was healing. Just got my new teeth January 2024. Four days in and it’s currently a real pain in the ass. Just gotta relearn and adjust, just like with anything in life. Definitely enjoying my new SMILE.
Hope you’re doing better now.
Can you still taste food as the same with real teeth 🦷?
@@grandblaster57good question! 👍
How can you deepen you dentures pallet and what can you use to thighten you upper set of dentures
After 9 months I can eat and talk like normal. Some food is still tough and if I wear them for more then 10 hours, my mouth gets sore. I can still taste everything fine. Gave up on using the paste. That taste permanently
just stays in your mouth.
Listen…. You just saved my life!!!
I just got my teeth pulled and I’m in my temporary dentures now and I’m really having a hard time but thanks to you this definitely gave me the encouragement I needed.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Hang in there. I had such a difficult time with the whole experience but I have finally mastered the art of wearing dentures 😂😂😂. Watch all of the videos on this subject that you can and you will get great bits of advice from each one or most of them anyway. Kalinjax is the best. Good luck 🤞🍀❤
@@KimLucas-xh9wv you have provided me with hope- I certainly understand your comments.
How’s it going?
This has been the best video I've seen in the last 4 days. I just got my dentures put in 4 days ago, and it's been insane. I keep telling myself, i got this and relaxed! Finally i have no issues putting them in our taking them out. My issues are eating even soft foods. Tried chili and mashed up baked potato, and no way could do it. It was crazy. Had to wait until i took them off for bedtime to even eat. Crazy.. So, after this video, I'm going to really keep focus and try and just go slow for the next month or so. Thank you!
I am literally 4 days in. I had 16 teeth pulled, and had boney extrusion removed from my lower jaw. I had this done 2 days before Thanksgiving 2022. I had no idea that there was an entire Utube denture family out there. I so appreciate your time to do these vids and be my personal liaison through my new journey. 56 year old male.
I had a too pulled under the gums after Thanksgiving too it was so painful I know that I'm more than likely going to have to get full dentures eventually
It is, indeed, a rough road for a while
Just went through the same hell and it sucks, I know it will get better for me and for all whom endeavor but damn it man I want a filet mignon so bad it hurts, fried chicken toooooo. 😉
Congrats on your new journey! Has mines done the day after Thanksgiving! It's been a major adjustment, just got my first reline done yesterday today im eating a mcdouble and fries 😁😁
#denturegang🤘
Hi i am a 60yo male, wait until your final reline, try and hang out at least 6 months, I also had 16 teeth extracted because my teeth were loose, now they are out the scary part is over for you my friend :)
I lost my teeth to radiation for cancer on a tonsil. I am completely well now, but over about a year, my teeth gradually broke off or fell out. I'm scheduled to get dentures in two weeks. Your video was very heartening, and I hung on your every word. Thank you for helping me dispel my numerous fears! Also, you are drop-dead gorgeous, with that beautiful smile.
Just got mine a week ago. Please please please! Know that you will have a hard time eating..... I had a piece in the back that was rubbing really bad and it felt like my only relief was to take them out. If that's the case, go in. A good dentist will take you right then and there. Also mine included the cost of how ever many times they need adjusted, for the first year, when giving me my bill.
I am super self conscious about it too btw... I absolutely go through moments of grief over my teeth... not sure if that's a big thing for most people or not but in my case it is. I will also tell you it's kinda hard to get over the new lisp. I still have mine but I was told to sing when possible and it could help. Seems to be helping. My bf also used to have a lisp growing up so he gave me some speech therapy tips. I plan on digging through TH-cam tonight for speech therapy lessons. Lol
Just a few ideas that I hope could help you. 🙏 ❤
I, too, had cancer (in my tonsil and tongue). From the radiation I have had the same problem with my teeth. In the process of getting dentures. Top are in and next week bottom. Ugh This has helped.
@@pamelaripple4645 I hope you are well now. I am so very you have been through so much.
@@pamelaripple4645I to had the same cancer as urself my teeth started to crumble at the front top the dentist believes in trying to save them as roots ar healthy,i wish she would pull them all out the pain am going through with bleeding inflammation in the gum 😢❤
Very well done video! I am 62 yrs old and after spending thousands of dollars and many hours in a dentist chair in the past I am looking at having to go full dentures-due to TMJ not being caught early on from trama/accidents; my bite never being corrected and then bad dental work on top of it 🤬!!!). And yes! I am infuriated about that. But I gotta tell you, this video gave me a whole new outlook and perspective on dentures and I thank you for that! By the way, whoever did YOUR set needs to teach other dentists how to do it! I would never have been able to tell you had dentures! Beautiful!
Thank you! I'm 43 and was in a accident and now have full dentures and have had a lot of trouble eating. 🙏 ❣️🤗
I am a recovering addict.. have 4 years in but I am about to start my denture journey and I am scared to death but I am so grateful you are here making videos about it
Alcohol, vomit. I'm sober with no molars now.
I have two years clean and sober they
I have periodontal disease and all of my teeth are loose. I have no bone holding them in anymore. I have a consult with the oral surgeon next week to do a full mouth extract and then I get dentures. This video helped a lot to let me know what to expect. Appreciated!
Same! So good to know I m not alone.
I went recently, had all of my raggedy teeth removed at once & left with a full set of temporary dentures. I wanted an oral surgeon to perform it so that i could be put to sleep for the extractions but I settled on another place who gave me a much sooner appt than my regular dentist and the local oral surgeon. With an oral sedative, I was able to get them all removed with minimal pain & discomfort.
Day 2 & I'm eating pizza in very small pieces with yea, u guessed it (with a fork & knife).
Before the dentures, I ate foods and drank drinks at room temperature, but on day one (yesterday), I enjoyed my very favorite ice cream for the 1st time in years.
I'm still kind of numb, so I've bitten my lower lip a few times, but I'm hoping to get better at chewing within a few days.
And guess what? I can actually taste my pizza just as I had tasted my ice cream yesterday. Please note tho, my gums are still very sore, but at least the bleeding stopped, and it is taking me a very long time to eat these small pieces of pizza.
I'm praying that this isn't the norm and it's only bcus my dental work is freshly done.
Also, bcus I'm still experiencing a little numbness, I've bitten my bottom a few times, but nothing serious like drawing blood. Hope this helps.
P.S. I plan to keep my dentures in at all times except when I clean them bcus IM TOO YOUNG FOR DENTURES😅😅😅
however, i now have the absolute best smile... i love it.
I didn't choose the brightest white dentures. I chose a more natural shade bcus TO ME, bright white looks like veneers and i'd like my dentures to go unnoticed by others❤
It has been 6 month without real food, I miss my real food, still uncomfortable putting in upper teeth. I have lost A lot of weight, tried protein shakes getting really frustrated. My taste buds are not the same. I am so frustrated. I really appreciate your movie. Thank you.
I’m one month and a week in; and I’ve dropped around 25 pounds. I used a food processor to pulverize the food my wife fixes us for supper.
My mornings are 46g Elite Chocolate protein shake from Fairlife. SAMS sells them $35.00 for 10 in TN. My other morning breakfast option is Noosa yogurt with a vanilla flavored protein powder from Walgreens.
Lunch is one of the above or soup with a piece of toast torn up in it. I’m having a terrible time with my lower immediate denture, the top is OK.
Two days ago, I used adhesive for the first time. I was able to eat some soft food without puréeing it. But I hate trying to clean this out of my mouth. I’d rather not eat than to use this stuff.
I know your comment I’m replying to is over a year old; still praying you’ve found a way to be able to eat since posting.
You are excellent at explaining all this information THANK YOU!
Thats what im scared for im already thin from gumin it i go get my dentures on the 21rsrt and already have a fridge of nutriments they say you loose a certain percent if youre tasete buds good luck guys ✌️ nyc
I had my uppers pulled 4 months ago. Had many bone fragments come out of my gums and had to have the dentist remove several too. So I got a late start at trying to wear my uppers and I have to agree, eating sucks and I'm losing more interest everyday.
I attempted adhesive and immediately broke out. Without adhesive when I wear my uppers now, I have a rash within an hour or two.
Restricts EVERYTHING about my life right now and I'm embarrassed to socialize at all. Going out to eat sounds like a nightmare in reality.
The dentist and I have figured out that I'm one of the rare ones; that's allergic to the plastic that the dentures are made of... 😢
Now What???
Every Social Media Platform is filled with spam, once you look up "All on 4", or what not.
I have Medicaid and am hoping that they will consider covering this, next step, but highly doubt it. I've spent countless hours on researching where to go for the procedure but can't get a straight answer on the cost. 😢
Ugh, I'm at a loss and am open to Wisdom; at this point.
(I can only invest in this once and wanna do it Right, the First Time!) 😮
I’m currently 2 weeks in. I’ve had 11 teeth pulled. I have temporary dentures that are slightly off. I’m down 9lbs and my taste buds aren’t the same. I’m not frustrated but it’s becoming a challenge.
I’m in the very early stages and I don’t get my permanent until January.
Your videos have been helping me ALOT. Thank you
I am 1 week away from getting my teeth pulled. My situation is slightly different. I got diagnosed last month with throat cancer and before I can start radiation I have to fix my teeth. Oral surgeon said best bet is total extraction based on how bad my teeth are. I discussed the snap in dentures after I whoop cancer's ass. That's the plan 🤞. Scared to death but doing it. Brighter days and smiles ahead I hope.
Thank you for your videos. Very helpful for my mindset
Hope it's all going OK for you Steve 💜
I hope you get through it man :)
I hope you get through it man :)
Just reading your story - God Bless you, hope it all goes well - Cheers
You got this!!!
I think it’s horrific that a dental professional would not explain fully what to expect and then also to not follow up until you have a good fit and can eat comfortably. Especially as expensive and painful as all of this is. Not to mention getting used to the “new” you and way of eating, etc. Thank you all for posting your honest experiences.
I understand.
Your teeth are beautiful they don’t look like dentures they seem so natural and you look amazing. I really need to get dentures. I cannot afford to have implants and I was so afraid but you made me feel so much better. I know it’s not an easy road and it takes a lot of adjustment thank you this really helps!
Thank you for your sharing your personal issues on dentures. Last Saturday I had all of my teeth removed for implants and today, a week later I had my temporary 6 month dentures installed and I must say it's not a good time right now. I'm really not happy about the whole procedure so far but watching your video I realize I need to give this mouthful of plastic a chance. Thanks again for uploading the vid as it is extremely helpful for those of us new to dentures.
The first video I saw was the regret video about an hour ago. I don't know if you go that far back to the comments so I wanted to tell you that I finally have hope after seeing that video. So thank you. I'm only one week in with my new dentures. I might not have to cry anymore today .😃
I just got top dentures about 2 weeks ago. The first day was agonizing - however, I was able to make it through the week on soft foods and now I'm learning to cut up some food into smaller pieces depending on what it is and to chew more thoroughly. I appreciate you making this video as it has boosted my confidence 100%
I eat just about everything now, thought would never eat good again the 1st few months, now, 4 years later I dont even blink at any foods, sometimes forget and just start eating at parties, restaurants etc. I eat everything I want, it can be done. Videos like this encouraged me to not give up and keep trying until it was natural. Other than jawbreakers and candy apples I can bite and chew anything down. No adhesive.
@@johnarruda2765 candy apples 😭💔
I’m 57 and have had my dentures for several years. I had all my teeth pulled at once, it was not a problem. Everything she said was exactly right for me, except I always have adhesive. I’ve never had them adjusted. I leave them in 24/7. They come out about once a day if I need to re-glue them. I just wipe them down and apply new adhesive. I always wanted to give support to those that are nervous about getting them because they are life changing for me. I never would believe that they would feel like real teeth. The one thing she didn’t say is that I can feel the sensation of every tooth just like they are real. They feel like they are original teeth except no rot or pain. I can eat almost anything except taffy and I don’t bite hard things and I don’t chew gum. It takes a while to get used to them, but when you do it’s great.
I’m 57. Just got dentures. The teeth are beautiful. But right now it feels like extra weight in my mouth. Hopefully in time it will get better. Reading your review made me feel better🙏🏻
@@diamondjewel5640 so awkward in the beginning, it’s hard to believe at first that they would end up so much better than my real teeth were. Glad I could encourage. Peace.
@@diamondjewel5640 Yes, you got to get used to them. It might take a few months.
You are not supposed to leave your denture in 24/7 because your palate needs to breathe is what the dentist told me. Have you had any problems doing that? I’d like to do that too but 3 dentists have said I should leave them out at night.
@@evelynfussell174Meh.....I've had eye doctors tell me you can't wear disposable lenses for long periods of time or it will for SURE damage your eyes. I have worn the SAME pair of disposable lenses for YEARS and never taken them out once. I do end up changing them eventually because I rub my eye and tear one or something.... but I HAVE GONE to the eye doctor over those years several times and my eyes are peachy keen. Lol I would say try it .....monitor it. If you find it getting irritated or sensitive or anything.....then take em out 🤷♀️
Having major issues with my teeth. Hate dentures… but the cost is killing me. Thanks for your story.
I have been following you for way over 10 Years now, you have honestly been my massive inspiration into the whole denture experience and to encourage me getting over the anxiety of getting the whole procedures done. I do thank you with the bottom of my heart for your videos and knowledge of what you have offered me
So happy to help!
How incredible that you came up with a whole channel on this subject! Thanks so much! I will definitely use it repeatedly
I just had all my teeth extracted. I had a bad infection years ago. That I just couldn't afford to go to the dentist. It spread to all my teeth over time. I have had a lot of bone loss. Not just tooth loss. Now I just got a mouth full of stiches. Can't get the dentures in yet. And am waiting to get them relined. Your video is extremely helpful. I feel more confident that I will still be able to eat solid food. And not have to gum at things. Can't wait to get them in and start eating real food again. So tired of mashed potatoes.
Dude I'm 1 week and 2 days in. It hurts. I won't give up but yo it's crazy hard! Your content is so positive and I'm so grateful to you! You've changed my whole life! Thank you so I much for making me confident to smile and be proud of what I have. I just got them and for the first time in my married life (being married for 17 years and not having smiling fully for 26 years) I have faith to do it because of you. Love you sis!
How are you doing now?
Got my dentures August 2022 and I am still trying to get used to eating with them. Your video was vey encouraging, thank you.
Stumbled upon your channel doing research and I must say you've given me a new outlook on dentures. I've had dental issues as long as I can remember but recently lost one of my front teeth so my insecurity about my smile is at an all time high. I ordered some pop on veneers for now but I'm looking into permanent solutions. I've always thought the best option for me would be implants but the price tag is outrageous. The only thing I've known about dentures is seeing older ppl with them and clearly being able to tell which turned me off. But yours look completely natural so I'm reconsidering. Binge watching your channel and continuing my research. Thanks for sharing your story!!
Go to Thailand or Turkey.... Honestly for the trip and everything and all the work you will still save and they are ranked higher than American dentists doing the same thing.
Thank you so much. I got my dentures last December. I’ve been afraid to use them. Well the other day I tried a banana, it wasn’t great but because of you I will try again. My bottoms are to loose to not have an adhesive. The top fit fine. But the bottom hurt with the banana. I fell and broke all my original teeth, actually it was a seizure. Thank you so much.
I’m using my dads account to let you know that your videos gave me the courage to finally fix my smile. I am a year out and it’s a indescribable change in who I am . You said all the things I needed to hear just to GO! The first visit was the worst but if people can just take that first step AND put in the work. I could go on and on haha THANK YOU THANK YOU 😊
Congrats!!
I was so scared to go for my removal. I have a top denture for 4 months then I get the implant screws on top I have 7 front teeth on the bottom and parcel to complete the bottom set. It is very very expensive and even though I have insurance there was no one in my network to give me a denture that was except able and they def don't cover a parcel. I had to save for a very long time with my fiansce to get this done. But I'm so glad I did and I'm only 3 weeks in. I can't eat correctly yet but I know I will be able to. The parcel is giving me more issue than the denture
That's awesome to hear..happy for you....I must say I've seen this channel grow...imagine starting a channel about losing your teeth, sharing you life and experience..this lady has immense courage and she has probably helped thousands of people in similar situations...
I don't have dentures but gum recession due to a number of factors ..4 surgeries later..tens of thousands of dollars spent....visits to soooo many periodontists and dentists....I guess I'm saying I know what its like to have sheet mouth problems....I think its actually changed me as a person mentally.....I lost a spark for life, I lost that joy...anyway, sheet happens I guess..love to all you guys and all the best
Finally, someone who actually has dentures !
I had a gum disease ,and had all my teeth pulled one week later !
It has been over five months and I am still eating with out them !!
Mine feel loose and move a lot ,but you have given me hope ,Thankyou !!
I'm with you. I take my out when it's time to eat. My anxiety is sky high when out at a restaurant...
@@choclatee_4676 That is my worst time , I don't like eating in front of others , I take a plastic bag ,and use a napkin too take them out put them in the bag ,eat and then put them back in !!
It been over 10 months and still not eating them with them in ,!!
But I am glad I have them !!!
Spoke to my guy ,and he said it can take two years to learn to eat with them !
Rather have them ,than not !!
I mourned the loss of my teeth months before my extraction appointment. Two hours and immediate relief later, I was glad it the pain was behind me. The six months of toothless healing were a nutritional challenge and the first month of wearing them was HUGE learning curve on how to eat.
I understand
Where u going wiv Ur 6 months healing my sis said 6 weeks all my top teeth havto go must get dentures just on top but I'm used of having no top teeth been bullied on and off line 24.7 x
@@TheresaOConnor-m6j I went to my local dentist who does not do instant dentures (same day.) Dr. Smith, knowing the expense of dentures, recommends his patients be six months healed (swelling gone) before fitting the dentures. My teeth were removed late May, my first fitting was end of October and, one week before Thanksgiving (Nov.) I walked out of his office with my new teeth. There were two follow up visits to adjust the fit and my first annual checkup the next November included relining.
So how do you and your new teeth feel now?
Six months😢 I'm fortunate mine were immediate, no down time
I just got my dentures roughly 2 months ago. The first month was very challenging to eat and you are correct, it is a learning process. Fortunately I have an amazing dentist, if i need adjustments i can go into the office any time and they don't let me leave till I am comfortable with how the dentures fit. I am now coming to the point that they will be putting in my first set of liners and I am told that especially the lower denture will fit much better. I am now at this point able to eat most of what i did before I got dentures, some things take longer to be able to eat. I try to eat certain things and if it is to difficult I adjust how I eat it or wait a little longer and try again. Before I got my dentures I rarely went out in public to eat, I was very self conscious about how I looked, embarrassed really. i had always taken care of my teeth yet they still went bad. I have never been a drug user so that wasn't the cause. A month after getting my dentures I took my family on vacation and actually allowed my picture to be taken. We went out to eat for every meal and had a blast. I am still trying to train myself to not cover my mouth when I smile or laugh, old habits die hard. Not only am I not ashamed of how I look any longer but I feel that my wife doesn't have to be embarrassed either, although she has never said she was nor acted like it. Getting dentures, for me, has changed my life for the better. I am happier, I have no pain any longer, I feel healthy and have so much more energy. Thank you for your video. I believe your advice is pretty much spot on.
Basically same for me at least being able to smile again is amazing!
Good to hear. Happy for you.
I've had dentures for a year and I need to use glue just to keep them in (my dentist did say I might need new ones after a few months), I've just been fitted for new ones, when I get them will I still need to use glue?my dentist doesn't tell me much.
You have more energy after your teeth were pulled? 🤔 Serious question... get all my teeth pulled (well, the 3 1/2 remaining and all the pieces) and get immediate dentures in like a week and a half to two weeks.
I’ll be joining this club soon. This video def makes me feel a lot more comfortable. It’s going to be a learning curve, but like you said, eating right now is no picnic either. Thank you!
I feel your pain
I’ve had partials for 10 years and now I’ve been with my new dentures for two weeks now. Thank you so much for validating my experience, it’s been frustrating… thank you for giving me hope
How much bone loss have you had? Can you tell the difference?
@@Brenleysage I only noticed bone loss after getting my full denture… my prosthedontist says it’s pretty quick the first six months, then slows down quite a bit after
@@LaunceBugbee how much did your face change in those six months?
I’m 2 weeks in myself. It has been a challenge but just listening to this lady was so encouraging Ty . Good luck on your new journey. I am praying for great success for both of us .
Thank you so much for your videos. I go get an immediate denture in two days. I was nervous as can be and losing sleep over it. But your videos taught me a lot and I appreciate you so much for helping others and myself!
Seeing such a young looking gorgeous woman having full dentures like me, makes me feel so much better about having them for some reason.
she does not have dentures in this video ... she has implants. Time stamp 8:10
@@almoemasonya I thought that's what she said so why is she giving a video on dentures she had them for a long time???
@@lorasamario5969 You are asking the wrong person. Ask her.
As soon as she mentioned implants, I shut it off…
She wore the dentures for quite a while. So she does know what she’s talking about! Then she switched to implants much later.
Just got my dentures today ...I am so glad I found your video. I was feeling kinda bummed after I tried to eat today. Your video made me feel better. Thanks
I got mine about 6 days ago, I haven't eaten much, but last night I tried lasagna. It was a little bit of a battle, but I got it. The learning curve is real. And this made me feel a little better. I go for adjustments tomorrow!
@Enak413 did you have yours adjusted?
This is really helpful, im about to have my upper teeth removed and get dentures. I'm learning as much as i can for when when i finally get my denture. So this is awesome, thank you!
Thank you for a informative video. I have had my dentures for a month today. As a chef eating has been a double challenge. Thanks again for straight talk
I'm 66 and have had mine for 3 weeks now. Eating is getting better abd better. Extreme happy with them so far. My bones were deteriorating and my teeth were getting loose. Some adjustment to size pieces of food but absolutely no horror story here. I have the best dentist ever.
So, I haven't had any side or back teeth for about 10 years. I haven't been able to have them extracted either so they're just broken down to the gums. I relate so much to what you're saying about perspective, It's SO HARD to eat with just my front teeth (which are starting to break down as well from eating on just those teeth) and I haven't eaten anything enjoyable in years. I deal with constant pain. I feel like getting these teeth out and getting my dentures will be a relief, because ANYTHING has to be an improvement compared to what I've been living with. I'm about a month or so away from getting this done, I had my initial consult about a month ago, I didn't qualify for any financial assistance or payment plan so I've been scraping together the $16000 (it's expensive for 30 surgical extractions and both sets of dentures) and I'm almost there. I am honestly just looking forward to getting these bad teeth out, I can deal with any other struggles as they come.
I hope it all goes well for you and quickly becomes a distant memory. I am 24hrs along after 5 removals and an immediate top plate inserted. Already I feel happier and not embarrassed to smile anymore. I hope you post again once you've had the work done.
I hope you can get it done soon. Mine are not great either I have put it off because of fear and money too. But if I don’t get rid of these teeth. Eventually an infection will kill me. I have wonderful husband and 25 year old son. Beautiful 2 year old granddaughter. Changing my diet and adjusting to worth it.
I'm in a similar situation. I'm about to be 43 on Sept 12. 5 days ago, I had to have my 7th extraction since I was in my early 20s, due to infection. The one before that was infected & abscessed.
I have so much bone loss from having teeth pulled, that one of my bottom, front incisors is always loose because there's not enough bone left to hold it in place.
This of course makes biting anything a challenge, since I'm constantly worried about that tooth falling out. I have only been able to chew on my right side for yrs & it's making those teeth bad & painful to eat as well.
All my incisors are so sensitive it hurts to eat, hot or cold, even breathing through my mouth the air hitting them hurts. They also told me I have paradontal disease.
A few years ago, I cracked my front tooth on my hula hoop & 2 winters ago it chipped off.
I have barley anything left to chew or bite with. I'm finally ready for dentures.
I have always taken care of my teeth, but they just keep getting worse. Bad genes I guess.
I also have a blood clotting disorder, which makes my blood so thick, it does not circulate as well as it should. I believe that has something to do with it as well?
Not sure what my insurance covers yet. Hoping the cost of getting immediate healing dentures is not too expensive? I live on a limited income, so saving takes time. I'll take bottom of the barrel since as you said, anything has to be better then this!! I've been told my insurance should cover the extractions. It's the rest I'm worried about being able to afford. I feel your pain! 😉
Im going on 5 months, upper reline is next month, working on getting bottom partials comfortable.
I'm like your mom, I'm on my second set of dentures and still hate them! I can pretty much eat anything you can with teeth!! And my wife loves me know matter what!! I like my freedom!! Great Video!!
that is 1000% true that the experience a person has with dentures depends on their perspective, I was entirely convinced that eating was forever going to be a tremendous pain in the ass for the rest of my life lol but once I really gave them a chance and actually started wearing them like I'm supposed to be, my eating experience immediately became a thousand times more enjoyable. Thanks for the vid!
Thank you for this video. I am a new denture wearer and I never thought about the foods I would have difficulty eating. I am in that regret stage trying to move on to the next stage. Again thank you and I shall watch more of your videos.
I just came across your channel. I have full uppers and a partial on the bottom with 4 teeth on one side and one on the left side. I have had mine since 1978. Thank God for three good dentists, I can pretty much eat anything that doesn’t eat me first. I have been very lucky in that none of my dentures have required an adhesive. My main problem was the real teeth and a couple crowns on the bottom were so much harder than the acrylic of the upper. Hence I was wearing thru the uppers about every 5 years. My current dentist solved that issue. He simply added filling material the the upper above my lower teeth. My last upper was made 2011. You are very correct in your statement that we may need to some foods differently than with real teeth. DO NOT GET FRUSTRATED WOTH THEM. AND DO NOT HESITATE TO RETURN TO THE DENTIST FOR ADJUSTMENTS. Very informative video
Thank you sooo much!!! This is my first week! I'm on antibiotics and pain meds. I needed this!
I found a dentist that I don't feel like is just out to kill me. Yesterday he pulled 14 teeth from my top and just over 24 hours later I couldn't be happier. Very little swelling and the bleeding is starting to slow. I'm hungry AF but zero regrets about getting the sharp and busted up teeth out of my face. After my checkup today I would say I'm very fortunate in my recovery so far. 39 year old male.
I'm 31 and female, trying to get dentures- it's really scary but I can't take these sharp broken teeth any longer either, I dont want this pain I've had since I was 10, and constant infections that could kill me
Yeah man I rekted my teef from bad hygiene and meth, man let me tell you my top mouth hurts like hell man, I have parendetitis really badly,sheesh glad u feel better
At 39 years old you probably shouldn't be in the position of having any of your teeth pulled, never mind 14!
I didn't have my first tooth pulled until I was 64 !
@@barryh.4220 Sir, it's common nowadays to see people this young with no teef sir. Reason is the meth epidemic has gotten 10x worse
@@barryh.4220 Judgemental much? Why don't you try coming down off your high horse 🙄
Thank you so much for this! I have been having anxiety about getting my new teeth and you have given me a lot of confidence for my future. ❤
I am now 2weeks in with a full upper and partial bottom. So far it’s going pretty well. My immediates have fit really well and I’m starting to get used to figuring out chewing.
You have excatly the same dentures that I do .Just got them yesterday ugh !!! I was waiting for u to give some goof advice LOL Not sure how long u have had yours .Good Luck !!!
i miss read that as my inmates XD sorry
Hey Elizabeth, how are you doing after 5 months with your dentures?
Hello Elizabeth, I read your comment im new towards getting front Dentures. My top teeth need dentures and have good teeth lower but need lower part dentures. How do you feel when you got your Dentures. Im 56 and i want to smile again.
Thank you for this video I'm 45 and lost my teeth a couple years after I gave birth to my son. For some reason pregnancy didn't agree with my teeth. Well my son will be 18 this May so I've gone many years with no teeth. I haven't wanted dentures because of all the horror stories about them falling out or causing sores in your mouth. I can't tell you how depressed I am. Going out has become such a task, I'm so embarrassed that I was actually sad when they lifted the mask mandate. I have really bad credit from a divorce so implants and snap ons are not a choice for me. Sometimes, I've felt death might be better it may sound extreme but I'm very unhappy. I've thought of doing a go fund me but I've never been the type of person to ask for help. You've made me reconsider getting dentures and I like to thank you, you're a beautiful person inside and out.
No good advice from me but just wanted to say how much I empathize
@@wreakinghavoc2698 Thank you, knowing that is better than advice. Take care and best to you and yours.
Thanks I just just had mine pulled and love the inspiration going to hanging out with my dentures and hope for the best
Just found this and I’m so happy. I got a full extraction 5 days ago. My immediate dentures hurt. I was getting discouraged that I won’t eat anything but smoothies. I’m hoping the more I heal the more I can wear my dentures.
How are they feeling now?
@@toowoombawoodfiredpizza much better with soft liners. But my bottoms don’t fit at all. I think my gums were swollen before surgery, and now that it’s healed they are too big. I go back in 2 weeks to see if they can help with them. I’m glad these videos mentioned to have patience! 😂
@@kmrw18 What are soft liners?
I’m about to start my journey having my teeth pulled and dentures fitted, you have reassured me thank you.
Are u ok?
@@Angelcatsun yes I’m ok thank you
I hear ya girl! I'm 43 and have had my dentures since I was 25. I was an addict and my teeth just got really rotten. When I got clean, I got pregnant with my son. So the only reason I got them done was because I had to go out in public with my son and I couldn't hide in my house forever. It was so awkward, but I got used to them probably about a couple of months. I didn't smile tho for about a month. Lol. And being a cook for 16 yrs; there was no way that I was going without my favorite foods! I can eat anything but no carmel. And whole peanuts would get stuck in between my dentures and it would hurt my gums because my dentures would rub against my gums, which is really painful. And I really loved Oh Henry chocolate bars. ☹️ lol. I can eat steak with baby bites, as long as I have adhesive, but I'll take out my dentures when I eat steak or something that is chewy. I also have a tooth missing because I chewed a mint 🫣. I went to a dentist's office and they told me that it would cost me about $400-$500 to just get that tooth put back in. But the sad thing is; someone had told me to use super glue to put it back in 🤫 . Don't do it. It don't work anyway 🤣 And my mom also had dentures when she was 25, and my brother at 36. So, I guess it's hereditary for some people. My piece of advice..if your mouth is full of rotten teeth..get them all ripped out and get a full set of dentures; because it's cheaper than getting implants ( well cheaper in 🇨🇦 anyways). And smile, because you'll start to love them! Thank you for talking about this! 💜😃
I would suggest trying to keep 'anchor' teeth for the bottom denture, if you can. Full dentures on the bottom are notoriously harder to keep in.
Lol, what a advice,i would rather brush my teeth
You lost some script, you forgot that you were addict
@@samy8182 so what people make mistakes in life. No need for your nasty comments
@@milliem8051 don't you understand English.... this is a fake story
I am realizing right now that your path is one I need to travel as well. Does it terrify me. Hell yes it does. This is why I want to say "THANK YOU SO MUCH! for posting your journey on here. I can not tell you how relieving it is to hear directly from someone who's been there and done that. God bless you🙏♥️
Wow! Like wow I am in tears! I just had my full mouth extraction done a couple of weeks ago and now with my immediate dentures all relign and I can finally start eating is great, you just eased all my worries and such on how to eat with them! I am very new to this and to hear you talk about how to slightly change the method that you eat will definitely help me. I cannot thank you enough for your wisdom to ease my mind!
Oh thank you girl!!!! Why every time I turnaround you post what I’m thinking!!! I so miss eating…it hurts I’m on the worst weight loss program ever at the moment! Can’t wait to eat again 🥰 your the best!!!
I am in the same boat as you. Im on day 9. Soo hungry! I too am so grateful for these videos.
My dentist wanted me to mortgage my home to pay for the dentures. That's a negative sir. I'm a carpenter of a life time so I made mold and made me wooden dentures. They turned out nice and I can change the mode of them as well. From silver or gold to just plan white. Since it's the Christmas holidays I changed them to gold so I can feel like Yukon Cornelius 🤠
4 total implants, they wanted me to mortgage my house.
I've had top dentures for 6 weeks and I'm thankful to be doing extremely well! I tried to eat wings a few weeks ago and didn't have the right balance going on, but other than that, I'm eating everything I ate before! Getting my bottom teeth extracted and getting implant supported dentures on April 10!
That is great.
I almost cried listening to you saying that your mouth was full of broken teeth because I used to be in that boat. Thankfully, I had a handful of good teeth and the dentist was able to manage getting partials for me. So I'm on the same boat although I'm a little relieved that I didn't need those teeth pulled.. At first, I was willing to hear that I needed all of them pulled..but the dentist surprised me and said "you've got several teeth that can be saved and you want to keep them" so eventually I got partials. It's been 5 days and it's been very hard to eat..but I can tell it's getting better though! I came to your video because I wanted to see what other people who have similar situations as me live like. I'm so happy to feel like I'm not the only one going through this. Thank you!!❤
I've had dentures for 20 years and I am still not use to them the bottoms are fine ,it's the tops I have trouble with and I have to say you have the most amazing eyes I have ever seen
I'm in the process of getting upper and lower partials due to oral cancer. Rotting teeth is one of the side effects of that. I know it's going to take time to get used to but I will take it one day at a time. ✌❤
I'm in the same boat as you. I had the same cancer as Eddie VanHalen. Lost the base of my tongue, which I can't even notice now, but the radiation to my head & neck destroyed my once beautiful teeth. Did you have to have hyperbaric chamber treatments prior to extraction?
I have dentures 50 years i really hate them nothing like your own teeth my stamach and colon got trouble cant digest food and have gas and ascid reflux never that that ever before all the foods i ate before can not chew and digest do whatever you can to save your teeth please dentures are no joke i made sure i got portion teeth front 6 top and bottom plastic dont chew good luck
STRENGTH TO YOU, MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AND KEEP YOU STRONG 🙏🏿❤️
Paul S.
I have had two surgeries and radiation for oral cancer in my right jaw, in the last three years. So I only have teeth on the left side of my jaw. My cancer surgeon tell's me that there is not enough bone left to put in implants. So I'm considering getting a partial lower denture but I'm concerned about whether it will stay in place when chewing. It's a tough decision for me as my dentist tells me I first would to have a surgeon remove the scar tissue from the two previous surgeries and have a skin grafted in to make room for the denture. Has anyone had success with a lower partial only attached to teeth on the opposite side? Thanks.
Hello Maryellen. Came across yoyr comment. First i want to say Live fully whatever heart desires you will beat this. I loss 5 my Dad Brother Nephew ( Cousin is a she) and my Ex to Cancer. My prayers are with you and yours. Family.
Thanks for the video! I am one week out from my extractions so, very new at this. Very sore still and its very challenging. Going slow, hoping for the best and gonna fight the good fight!
How you doing now? I just got my extractions yesterday not even 24 hours ago
@@AdrianaHernandez-zr9gd How did it go for you? I'm one week away from 16 extractions (all of my teeth that are left)
Thank you for your video. I have been very apprehensive about getting my teeth fixed. I have never been good about my dental hygiene. My parents had bad teeth themselves and never made it a point to make it a habit for me. I never went to the dentist until I was 19. At that point my dentist told me that I could save my teeth if I started taking care of them. But because it was never a habit and I often suffered with depression this never happened. I'm now 36 and my mouth is a trainwreck. Eating can be very painful. I used to be able to adjust how I eat and avoid the bad teeth. In the last few years this has been becoming more difficult. I've pretty much reached the point of dentures or nothing. I was holding out for getting implants, but they are not cheap. Now I'm really considering getting some normal dentures. My teeth really embarrass me. I can barely eat. My mouth is constantly in pain. Luckily I've made some strides in fixing my credit. I'm going to try and get some basic dentures to start out with and eventually add implants later. Thank you for giving me some courage to pursue this!
Don't do implants. They always fail. They may last 10, 15 or 20 years, but they will fail.
I have just started my journey with new dentures...got the remaining ten teeth extracted and dentures put in just five days ago. Overall, I've been pleased with the healing process, but was majorly concerned as to whether or not I'd ever be able to eat normally. Watching your video, as well as selected others, have put me a lot more at ease. I guess it really does help to find others who have been through the same process. I also think perhaps dentists/oral surgeons should better prepare patients for what it's like to have dentures, as well as classes post-placement to help with the transition. Thank you so much for these videos!
Hi, I am getting ready to get the rest of my teeth pulled and will hopefully be getting dentures soon. I am 58 years old so I feel like I lasted long enough, this past few years has been one tooth ache after another. I was glad to find your channel.
Thank you thank you so much, I'm fixing to get my dentures for my top and implant for my bottom so I'll let you know how it turns out, but that was some good advice you gave and I thank you for taking the time to talk to us, may God bless you and your family.
Thank you SO much for the information!! I go in at 8:30am tomorrow for 10 extractions and my new upper dentures/lower partial, and I am nervous and excited!! Don't know if I'll sleep much tonight. Glad it's finally gonna be done!!!
I start my process tomorrow as well, at 8:10am! :) I'd love to keep in touch while we both go through this process, if that's not too weird, lol. Let me know! I'll share my email. :)
@@emilyjean222 Good Luck to you today!!! I think that's a GREAT idea!! Do you have Messenger??
@@emilyjean222 Hope today went well for you!! The shots were the worst part, and I'm LOVING my new smile!! Hope you heal fast!!❤️😁
@@billiejo1593 I'm more than two weeks out now. I just got my lower partial 2 days ago cuz they had sent it back to be redone. I have been eating the same way you are cuz I haven't had lower molars. I'm drinking a lot of Ensure and eating soft foods. NOW, my upper full denture is much looser, and I'm starting to use Fixodent today. It takes up to 6 months for your jawbone to fully heal and form. Don't get discouraged, it's a long journey with many changes!! But it's gonna be SO worth it when we finally get there and they fit properly and we learn how to eat!! Stay strong!!!❤️
Hi Kalinjax, I am in the beginning stages of having my upper teeth removed for a full upper denture. I am scared, nervous, and at the same time hopeful again. I have been struggling with rotten teeth for many years now and I am now taking steps to getting the work done. I have had so many questions and feelings about what life with a denture will be like. I started searching around youtube for advice and came across your channel. I want to let you know how much I appreciate having you here to help me figure this out. You have become an inspiration and source of strength for me. Thank you for being there for me and others, who are going through this process. Thank you! 🙂
I was told you can’t have dentures without having both dentures???
@@Johnny-xh3wk it’s not easy I’m having a hard time still after almost a month..don’t know if I’ll ever be able to eat with these bottom dentures..I never had a problem with my upper ones..it’s frustrating and it’s sore🥹
I think your good, positive attitude is what has helped you the most 👏🏻
I’m on week 1 of top only dentures so thank you for putting this info out in the world!!! I’m still trying to figure out so much now!!!
I’m 62 and hopefully will be going for my initial consultation this week. You gave me some good questions to ask the dentist.
This is very encouraging. I have been removing my dentures instead of pressing on.
keep em in, you'll get used to it!
Very informative. No dentures as of yet.. Having trouble with my teeth.. Thank you for sharing. Have a great weekend. 👍
I never even considered I might be able to chew gum again! I'm getting my permanent dentures tomorrow and watching videos tonight about how to eat with them. Also, I don't mean to be superficial, but you have the most beautiful eyes!
I so appreciate you taking the time to tell us what to expect 😊. God bless you ❤
Hi this is day three for me. All I can say is if I hadn't found your channel the night before my procedure I would not have walked into that clinic the next day with the confidence I had. I got the immediate dentures with implants. I've learned so much from you all I can say for now is thank you and I will be keep you posted as my journey continues.
I’m so happy for you! Best of luck in your healing!
It took me quite awhile ( about 5 months) to eat.Your right you have to learn how to do it. Once you learn you can almost eat anything. I find if you portion the same amount of food on each side it made it much easier. I later upgraded to implants now I basically can eat anything I want. I do like them much better. But had normal dentures for about 7 years.
Your teeth are beautiful! (and you have very pretty eyes too) I've had my upper dentures for about 10 or 11 months now. 3 weeks ago they finally did a hard reline. Using the poorly made imminent denture as my now permanent denture. Oh they do fit better, as they are not as thick in the front pushing my lips out. But, maybe one thing to tell your viewers, when they go (for me anyway) from a temporary denture to their permanent denture, they will fit and feel different. I had gotten use to eating or I should say, mastering different methods of eating, and then had to train myself almost all over again when I got the permanent hard relined ones. Probably my biggest hurdle is I still have my ugly crooked half missing, mis alined natural bottom teeth. Only 1 or 2 of the outside edges catch the flat part of the denture tooth. BUT, I hesitate pulling them for lower dentures, because I can still use them in biting some foods, and I do pull out my uppers sometimes to eat, and when I do that, my old ugly lower teeth can grab onto the sandwich and bit and gum it into a eatable piece. Im afraid if I got them pulled, they'd never fit or stay in place, and I'd lose being able to do that at least. There are times I look at some food and get excited to eat it only to remember I can't bite it. Had a birthday picnic for our foster daughter yesterday at the park. Out of the foods we had there, (and we had lots, my wife is Filipino and if you know Filipinos, they love lots of food) I choose a hotdog, thinking I could eat that in front of a bunch of people. My first small bite, the denture pulled down in the back and almost got lost in my mouth. I ended up getting a knife and slicing it into small bite sized pieces and using a fork to eat my hotdog. I find I can chew most foods once I get them into my mouth, but I just cannot bite anything anymore. That part is something I am still having anxiety over. I try not to dwell on it but it still makes me sad. One thing that helps me when I feel depressed about my new teeth is, before I had my old teeth pulled, I took selfie pictures of my teeth, real close ups. So I will bring those teeth up on my computer to remind me of what I did have and what I have now. I do get some comfort in that. Knowing how ugly my smile use to be and how much nicer it is. I think maybe a lot of my problem is the dentist I choose. The guy seems caring, and has spent a lot of extra time with me, with cosmetic part. After he pulled my teeth, he took extra time in reshaping my gum and tried to push back my over bite, knowing the denture would cause some bulking, and when he made my hard reline, he took them down to the lab ( in house) and explained to them how he wanted the front pulled back more to make even less of an overbite for me. But, I've noticed these teeth are so thin, if I ever did drop them or bite anything hard, they WILL break. But, money don't grow on trees, and my insurance on my retirement, only goes so far. WOW, sorry I didn't mean to write a book on your video post. Please keep making videos, they really do help those who watch them. God Bless.... ( Robb from Albany ORegon)
Hi there. 36 year old recovering alcoholic and addict here. My mouth health was in the gutter, I couldn't eat, drink, or do anything. I was in constant EXCRUCIATING pain and discomfort, I never smiled, I was afraid to date, and was completely miserable. After doing thorough research, I decided to have my teeth taken out. All of them (that were left or halfway there). I'm on my first day of permanents and 6.5 weeks out of E-Day. I purposely did not do immediate dentures because I got some good advice from my aunt. I realize that may not be an option for some folks, but if you can go toothless for a month and a half, do it. My dentures fit and they fit well. Eating is really hard right now, but coming here and listening to this has been so uplifting and reassuring. This and "dentures vs food" have been incredibly helpful, a God send if you will.
My advice? Do what is going to help you LONG TERM. My health is already 10x better since I got those teeth taken out. Talk to many dentists and find somebody you like and trust. Dont settle for less. Ever. This is incredibly important. Also, be adamant about adjustments and making sure they're comfortable. It's their job and you should be comfortable while you have them in.
Implants are being pushed super hard now. The reason for that is simple. PROFIT. The procedure is fairly quick, the recovery is straightforward and it's a one shot way to make a lot of money for the practice. Essentially a one and done for the dentist. No free follow ups, adjustments, etc.. It just makes more financial sense for them to push implants. They'll spook you with "bone loss" warnings (which is real but not nearly as bad as they make it sound if you wear your dentures), face changes, cheeks sinking in, anything to sway you to pay for implants. I'm from DC and a full mouth of complete implants is 65K+. Its insane.
Anyway, THANK YOU for being here for us. Get the dentures, they aren't horrible and your confidence and happiness will be back sooner than you think.
Day 3 with upper extractions and an immediate denture (I also had aveoplasty). I find that everything I try to eat gets lodged in between my gums and the denture especially in the front of it behind the teeth. So far, broth is the only thing I have been successful eating. Tried mashed potatoes and what a mess that was last night. If anyone can relate or has suggestions please reach out. Thanks for all you do Kristi.
The same goes for implants. My wife does age care services and the amount of elderly people she has taken to specialists due to infections around dental implant is for normal.
She strongly Advise me to stay clear from implants and stick to dentures
Given the fact that they are elderly and need help caring for themselves, it isn't surprising. Could the cause of the infections possibly be due to not having the implants regularly checked and cleaned professionally, or perhaps the patients already having pre-existing issues that facilitate the infections? Those two factors make a huge difference.
@@ThundermansThunder good question…….
@@Trevor7727 Of course, I wouldn't want to invest in them myself if there was some danger to health that I am not aware of, either, so it would be a good one to know...
Not necessarily ... I am 81 have had 4 implants upper and 4 lower and full dentures sit atop them. Other than occasional cracked teeth from eating popcorn or nuts (I am raw vegan so I eat a lot of hard veggies) I have really had no serious problems just some mechanical adjustments and learning curve. Soon I am replacing upper and lower dentures because mine are very worn.
Thanks for the info and encouragement -just got my temporary dentures yesterday so still going through some big adjustments but Im glad to hear that you can actually eat basic food with them and like you say there may be some things I just need to give up .
One big tip I got from a old denture wearer that is backwards from what the dentist told me is never leave the dentures out. Often when new especially you're told to leave them out at night and they can feel uncomfortable. They'll be 100 times more uncomfortable when you put them back in in the morning. So clean them, clean your mouth, put them back in your mouth and go to bed. Your gums will get used to them a whole lot faster, and they won't feel uncomfortable half the day after you put them back in every morning.
100% correct
I'm glad you said this,I don't know how many times people have told me not to sleep with them, and I really want to have them in all the time.I didn't get immediate dentures I had my teeth pulled on June 27th and waited 3 weeks to start the denture process and it was week 6 before I even got them
It’s been 6 years for my process and 3 different dentists They hurt as soon as I put them in I wear for a couple hours cause the pain is so bad and my face is swollen in the morning. Any advice please
While there is some truth in what you are saying, it's is different from individual to individual As a dentist, I tell my patients not to wear them at night. The gum tissue is just like any other tissue in the body and needs time to repair after a denture has say I'm them all day. It's the same as person working out arms or legs in a gym, rest repairs and makes new tissue grow. Second, many people grind and clench during sleep. Just like mentioned in the video, grinding and clenching can break the dentures or teeth. These pieces can be aspirated into the lungs while breathing during sleep and can cause a severe lung abscess or pneumonia. Last, if the denture stay in place all day and night, ulcers can occur from tissue break down. The mouth contains yeast microbes that can get into the ulcers and grow creating a major infection. These microbes can live in the tiny spaces of your denture as well causing repetitive yeadt infections. The main thing is to be educated and to clean your dentures as well as your mouth, and know wearing dentures is an individual experience. What tips and tricks that works for one person does not work for all people. The end result is sickness, damage to the denture, and more expense out of your pocket hoping the denture can be fixed.
@STIGMATA Στίγματα Linda Glendenning well you practice however you want. They are your patients to do with as you see fit.
Thank you for this video. I am very new to this (day 6) and was feeling doomed but you have given me hope. Thank you
OMG!!!! Thank you sooooo very much for posting this! At this point in my life I am having all my top teeth removed, scary stuff, but unfortunately some of my front teeth cannot be saved 😢 unless I get implants, they are so expensive here in Australia. I am so worried about eating in the future. I love to cook and eat! I am going in for my teeth removal in January and am 💩ing myself
Before I got my dentures I found you & started watching your videos. I had all my teeth pulled last April. The dentist told me not to get immediate dentures because it would cause problems to my healing. It was horrible, since I work with the public. I had my dentures made by a new dentist who didn't have much experience, there is so much to be said about a dentist who's been making & doing dentures for a reasonable period of time. My 1st set never looked correct, felt correct & were so far into the back I couldn't keep them in due to constantly gagging. I had another dentist adjust them, however things still didn't help. I eventually went somewhere else to get another new set of dentures. These have been so much better, however still struggled with gagging. I realized since I didn't have an immediate denture, my tongue never got the change to get desensitized. I had heard if you wear them your mouth, muscles & tongue will eventually adjust, it just takes time for this to take place. I've been faithful wear my new dentures for over a week now & have noticed things are getting better. I still find myself gagging at times, some of what I think is in my own head, however much better. I was also told to cut my food up & chew with the back teeth. I've been holding off on eating with them till I'm past the gagging. I just want to Thank You for all the videos you have shared on your channel. I was grateful to find you! No one told me anything I needed to do once I had my teeth pulled & even when I got dentures. I do need to understand oral health better when having no teeth. What is proper care for the oral health of our mouths without teeth? Is that something you could explain for any new & existing denture wearer? I'd really appreciate a new video just on that. Again Thank You for sharing your story & empowering all denture wearers!
I'm completely shocked. my dentist said the imnediates HELP with proper healing. there's so much differing information it's sort of disconcerting.
@@glennjones6574 I agree!
I agree with you....I would love to hear about the heigene part of it too.
@@glennjones6574 I have the healing dentures and just over 2 weeks out removed upper 5 healing great! Glad I did it. Still learning to chew since I don’t have many lower except front few and some left side. Next spring I am getting those done
I'm two years into my top plate. The first year and a half, it was pure misery. Lost 40#, lived on mashed potatoes and peanut butter. Couldn't taste anything! my dentist is of no help. But six months ago, I found a adhesive that work extremely well. I can get two descent meals out of one application. I still can't even think about eating an apple or corn on the cob, but I'm calling it a win. The worst thing about the adhesives, is the clean up. What a mess. But at least I don't have to eat vicariously through others!
Please share the name of adhesive that you used?
Please share the name of adhesive that you used?
The adhesive I found that works decent for me is Polygrip Power Hold and Seal.
@@kentmarsh6442 it’s the Best !
I’m so glad I found your channel. I’m 63 and have terrible teeth, broken cracked, decayed missing and no longer near functional and very painful. I don’t care as much about looks as I do functionality. I love to eat everything period! I have a beard and goatee, so it hides my teeth well, unless I full-mouth laugh, which I don’t.
I think I can only handle all- on- four. Traditional dentures are not something I think I can live with. Snap -ins just sound like they would be weak and a a real hassle. I’m hard on everything. I break things just getting them out of the package. I also grind my teeth, ( which I know I’d need to stop.) Your videos sure are helping my decision-making process. I’m less angry and fearful after watching them. Now I’m going through a cost/ benefit analysis phase . I’m very healthy and other than teeth, I have no other issues. But I’m thinking the cost of all -on- four is about as much as a car! My family is long-lived, usually into the mid- 80s, but the average mortality rate is 76.3 years for a man so, that’s 13 - 20 years. Of course, being able to eat anything I want with no pain would be the best thing I could do for myself.
I’m concerned that wherever I go they are going to give me the hard sell. I’m scared embarrassed and crabby.
Tell them you’d like to come in for a 2nd opinion! It’s free & the hard sale eases up. Got to get those estimates, like you would on a car, get your best deal & group to work with!
Think about possibility of going to Turkey. Implants there are really unexpensive. Service is the highest quality.
Christopher. Don’t be embarrassed. I assure you, the staff and dentists have seen worse. They shouldn’t be pushy. Unfortunately, I realize that some are. Their job is to educate as to what your options are and give you the pros and cons of each option. It’s your job, not theirs, to choose what is right for you. If the office seems too pushy, try another office.
@@raimundaskisielius7623 what part of Turkey @Raimundas
@@sonyagordon8787 Antalya, Panoramik dental clinic.www.panoramikdentalclinic.com/
I have just had both top and bottom dentures fitted, I am extremely worried about trying to eat things especially now and the sites where the injections were given hurt like hell as the dentures rub. watching your video have given my the courage to continue to try and master the art of eating with them, from a 70 year old man, I thank you.
Thanks!
Thanks so much for your support!
I was eating 5 days after getting my denture. My upper teeth are mine. I think that helped a great deal. It has been 3 weeks since getting two lower implants. I was so determined not to be on just soft food. I have eaten steak, chicken, fish. I can eat any cooked vegetable. Not raw yet. I cannot eat a sub yet, but I can eat a sandwich I make. I have eaten chips, tacos. I love to cook so I was headstrong about eating. I have been experimenting with all foods. I just dont assume I cant eat something until I try!
U don't have dentures
Yes I do. A lower denture. Which is harder to manage than an upper. Always loose. That is why I got implants.
Good video! Almost a month I had my dentures in. I did a full 6 hr 10 tooth extraction. Accident knocked out of the rest, so I had no gauze the dentures were the substitute. Bad accident knocked most teeth out and a lot of gums. You have to train yourself how to eat. I have few more adjustments, cant give up like a lot of people. Bread and a lot of stuff I hold in My mouth so saliva will soften it like bread, crackers, broccoli, and fried fish. Poligrip helps a lot. Brush every day especially if you smoke. Don't use efferdent the first few months it softens that pink stuff on the top of your top denture.
Six hours for ten teeth? I got thirteen pulled in less than twenty minutes by a rookie butcher of a dentist.
The rest went just as bad and I think my dentures belong to someone else. I threw them away and made my own.
Ugly but very strong.
@@myrtlelittle4130 20 minutes or less for 5 uppers here
I’m glad to see your video. I just got a full mouth of dentures today 10:46 and I was surprised how hard it is to eat . Thank you for your encouragement that this is just an early days of my struggle. I finally have my smile back and now, I just need to learn how to eat with these dentures 😁
You will be able to eat most foods. Cut meats into thin, small pieces. Broccoli and cauliflower can be bought "riced" or you can do it yourself. Cauliflower can be boiled and mashed like you do potatoes and it's good piled up the some butter. Italian bread is so chewy it can pop your denture out unless its dipped in soup broth. Made a lot of casseroles for mom using ground meat or made ground meat with gravy and put it over mashed potato. Biting and tearing/pulling is challenging but cutting things like pizza or a meatball sub into pieces does work.
I received my dentures the first week in feb. I have problems with them. About all i can eat is without dentures.thank you for your vidio im 71 fixing to be 72 on 3 months and im happy i dont have to do it again
Oh my gosh I have just found you and I'm so happy I have. I've had denture s for 30 years and you've helpedme