I've had full dentures since I was 27. (I'm 75). I have never regretted it. My first set was from one of those billboard advertisers and, I now realize, fit "ok" and I wore them for 18 years. When they finally wore out I went to a good orthodontist and found out how dentures SHOULD feel. I replaced them after 13 years and am still delighted. Other than a sore spot now and then, I've never had any trouble with them and I've never used adhesives. I only take them out to clean them, so I wear them pretty much 24 hours a day. My dentist says I should take them out more, but...I don't. I know I've been lucky, but the whole thing CAN be a good experience, so good luck to anyone about to embark!
U give me hope I m 43 just gotten the process started ..i had fee teeth pulled yesterday .im eventually going to have a denture I m terrified but after seeing this I feel better
I just had my full upper teeth denture this afternoon i was so devastated of the uncomfort that i felt, i started to suspect that my dentist had a mistake...so i watched youtube videos about new denture wearers...and i thank God to what i've watched...and this video completely turn my worries away...thank you so much for being a good instrument God uses....God bless...
Thank you for this video. I'm 56 and have always had great teeth. But I took a medication that took all the calcium out of my body. It rotted my teeth. I have so many broken ones now. I have to get dentures. I'm scared to death. I'm a nurse and I still wear my mask because of my teeth. I go in July to get a full set of dentures. I cried watching your video. Because it is all so true. Especially the emotions I'm going through right now. Thank you
On December 22, 2023 I had my remaining 6 top teeth removed and immediate top denture put in. I wore them 24 hours a day until the 26th(dentist was gone due to holiday. No problem talking with them in, very little swelling lots of pain. Lots of mashed potatoes. Any way, the dentist told me to leave them out unless we were going out somewhere. Finally woke up this morning the sore spots are almost gone. Going to start eating(or try to) regular food this weekend. I love my dentist and trust his advice. He's now working to save my lower 13 teeth and and getting partials for the bottom. Thank you for this video. It's the best one I've watched.
I got a partial for my bottom teeth almost five years ago but one of my crowns came off so I went to the dentist and he said I now need to have them pulled and get a temporary bottom denture two implants and a over denture. $5,000 for the partial that lasted almost five years and now $13,000 for the bottom. If I would have known my partial would only last 5-7 years in the beginning, I would have got the implants from the start.
I had 22 teeth extracted in one hour due to complications arising from diabetes. My dentist advised me to go 'toothless' for 3 months for an even heal gum-line and as frustrating as it was, it worked out for me. I now have a full set of dentures that more or less fit OK and will get better in time. I no longer dribble when I drink. My pronunciation of certain letters is slowly changing, but I find eating a bit of a challenge, opting to sometimes remove my dentures and manage without. Thank you for your advice, I found your upload very helpful and will use it daily to continue my journey with dentures 👌🏻🇬🇧
My dentist does not do immediate dentures. My full mouth extractions were a breeze May 2024. I had to heal for 4-6 months. At 5mos post extractions I was ready and in 2 weeks is my 4th visit and my wax try-in. The upper and lower plates fit like a charm from the custom molding trays. I chose B91 shade and it's a natural white. I'm excited it's been quite a process to learn and experience.
I'm 75 and I can't tell you how happy I was to see this video. I'm beginning to have loss of upper teeth. SCARED TO DEATH of the process of getting dentures. You really helped me with being more comfortable with the process. I'm having one more tooth extracted Tuesday. After that, I have a decision to make about going forward. I'm sorry I didn't catch the reason why a young needs a denture. But I'll listen again. I'm enjoying hearing your process. It's a big scary decision. Thank you for your honesty and I'm gonna look for your other videos. Great job!
I had full extractions at the end of January and chose to not get immediate dentures. I wanted to heal properly before putting dentures in, and I definitely don't regret it! I figured since we have to wear masks right now anyways nobody would even notice :) I finally got my full set last week and tonight I am finally brave enough to try and eat something lol! Fingers crossed, its kind of scary at this point! But your video definitely made me feel better about everything, so thank you!!
@@ACMommy26 i hot all mine out 2 weeks ago and i feel better than i have n years. Im hungry though! Lol what kind of foods did u eat when u wr eaiting for ur denture?
Thank you for this video!!!! ❤ I just got my dentures and I'm so discouraged so I you tubed videos about people and getting dentures. Came across this video and such a blessing you are. I needed to hear this. ❤❤❤
Marie: Not only is your smile beautiful, bit your manner is very beautiful! I came expecting lots of examples of what to do etc (I am 2days into this adventure) and somehow I come out feeling so good! I am learning to love health care worker.! Besides my mouth situation I am also dealing with cancer and have spent quite a bit of time, recently, in the company of health care workers, and they have been angels with great humor! I was feeling down and yours was the first video I came to. Thank you so much!
a friend of mine said he sang to music all day for days to relearn how to talk. he said it showed him what he could and couldn't annunciate. and it was fun. so that's a great idea.
This! Doing this is what I’ve been doing. Especially since I sing lol. It was my biggest holdup in going into it but the bright side for me is I suffered over crowding so my jaw moves a lot better with less teeth lol. Score
The best feeling is to not have to think or worry about smiling. I used to have beautiful teeth until my gums & bone loss began to really be evident. The past 5 years I have hidden mostly. I am a soap maker and I do markets so it was really difficult to show up and feel confident. I’m day 5 post op and immediate dentures and though I’m sore and feeling unsure sometimes …I know that time will pass and I will get used to this. I already want to show the world my smile again and I am grateful as I know that hiding myself hadn’t been good for my livelihood. Im really good at my job and now I can really show up with a bright smile to go with the confidence in my products.
I had my teeth pulled seven months ago. I didn’t get immediate dentures. But I get my permanent dentures today. So excited!! Getting them pulled for me was not too bad. Everyone is different though. It will be okay it just takes time.
I'm so glad you and others share their experience. I lost my last molar in November and last Tuesday I was getting fitted for a lower partial denture. And there are all these folks that are sharing their pains and struggles with the first few weeks with a new "normal".
What a blessing this video is to me right now Marie!!! After years of pain and unconfident smiles, I’m on the verge of committing to dentures but I’m still feeling very nervous about the process. The story at the end about your patient complementing your smile made me tear up. I hope that I can feel as confident and positive as you one day✨! Thank you so much for sharing!!!
Such a beautiful help to 88 year old with new top dentures not knowing what to do or expect!thanks for your kind words and encouragement! Barbara Farrell new admirer; Shared video with. My dentist to hsve him share 7:02 with patients! 😅
I am 66 yrs old and am about to get my dentures. I've been watching a lot of TH-cam and unfortunately, the first ones were about how having implants are better, that dentures were going to be a pain in the ass, and all the things that could go wrong. So it was so wonderful to run across your video. It calmed a lot of my anxiety and gave me hope. So - thank you for that! P.S. You DO have a beautiful smile!
Thank you for your video. I have very new dentures and was feeling bummed about my experience thus far. It's something new to learn and the learning curve is a but steep right now. I have to give myself a brake and go with the flow
Thank you Marie Elena, I had most of my teeth extracted three days ago and have had dentures made for immediate fit. Though I realise it’s just one of life’s things, I’m lamenting the fact that, as a very young 60 yo, I no longer have a mouth full of my own teeth. Your words have helped me a lot in dealing with my esteem issues, and much of your other advice has been very helpful also. Best wishes to you, and thanks for sharing on your not-so-crappy-as-you-think channel. 👍 Bruce, Canberra, Australia.
Where were you when I began my process!! Oh yeah- right here!! Lol! I had my last 19 teeth removed in March of 2022 buy didn't get any dentures at all until August of 2022! I had no idea it would take that long and every time I tried to ask my dentist questions she(and her staff) acted like it was all a secret they couldn't share! I learned how to eat and speak again without any teeth. Then when I finally got my dentures I had to relearn all over again! In fact to this day I have not been able to eat at all with them. I can drink with a straw but thats about all I can do and I've had them for 8 months now. I tried to swallow a small pill one time and almost choked to death! I am very thankful you've put this information on YT! I just wish I had of found you sooner!! Thank you!
thank you for the helpful advice,im getting my dentures in two weeks time,im anxious yet exited at the thought of being able to smile and get my confidence back,i know it will probably take time,but finding your video has answered so many of my questions,im feeling more prepared,so thank you
I am sure this is an older video, but it was very good. This is day 2 (after extractions uppers only). You make me feel so much better, you seem to be a very lovely person. Thank you very much for your advice.
Thanks for the suggestions. I just today got my full dentures. My dentist has told me that it's an adjustment, it will take some time to get use to them. It is hard, I tried to eat for the first time, and had to remove them. I'm going to stay after it, even if only gradually at first. I really like the look of them, they did an excellent job on how they look. I go back tomorrow for any adjustments, then again in a week or two. Thanks,
Thank you Marie for this video. I am still in the process of research and haven't had any work done yet. This has been very informative. Especially the part about not Being embarrassed to ask your dentist to make adjustments or whatever as many times as you need them. Your right on about it being your money and his reputation. I hope i can speak highly of my dentist . Again great video. And you do have a great smile.
Thank you for the great advice. I’m only 5 days in with my new look. And watching your video on the 5 things hit all the issues I’m facing. I new going in that it was going to be a long road to normalcy. But I had no idea of the challenges. This video definitely gave me some insight and confidence.
The dentist I had sucked! Over 20 k and I still can't wear my bottoms and have always used glue on the top. Miserable experience....biggest regret of my life was going to her
I just had my teeth removed a month ago, and I go in a week from now to have impressions made.ive healed remarkably fast. I'm really hopeful about the process...but terrified at learning to talk or eat. I've got a great of them flying out when I'm talking to someone lol
I’m in the process of getting the rest of my teeth out and getting new ones I’m super excited but nervous at the same time so seeing this video is definitely helpful!
I am so glad!! You know, I had such a wonderful, kind, and informative DDS. He sat me down and explained everything I should expect the first 6 months to a year. It helped so much knowing what to expect and how my personal progress was going compared to where I should be. Please, contact me if you have any questions. I would love to see pics too!
Thank you this is my first day with dentures and I’ve watched about 15 different dentures for beginners videos and came upon yours and you 100% said everything I wanted and needed to hear going down this new path and what you said was straight to point and made since thanks a lot and GOD BLESS
I'm a newbie with immediate dentures. I'm learning more on TH-cam than my dentist lol.. You're real yet fun ha.. I could use all the advice u can offer 🙂
“No one can tell you what you should want and what you should like.” This made me want to cry….I’ve spent many years with only 3 teeth on my upper and I’m day 3 into my immediate upper denture and although I know it’s so early and there’s swelling and there’s still so much healing to happen…my front two teeth were created and are crooked. I’ve been trying to force myself to be appreciative because I don’t like to complain or be so negative but I’ve dreamed for so long to have my smile back! I’m planning on calling my dentist tomorrow morning, really hoping we can start talking about getting another fit for another pair of immediate dentures because if I’m gonna be with these dentures for a while before my permanents…I want to atleast be happy and comfortable with my smile 😔💗
I so hear you!!! My first set of upper denture, just fell out 😢… I basically had to wait 3 Weeks for the next set, unfortunately they may fit better with adhesive, but I look like a fool, I am so disappointed, they are toooooooo white and all of a sudden I have buck teeth! I have decided not to wear them and wear a mask instead (I hate wearing masks) this should tell you how much I hate my dentures. I have decided that I am going to contact my dentist tomorrow!! There is no way that I can wear hat they have given me for the next 9 weeks
I almost cried the first time that someone complimented my smile! It completely caught me off guard. And I still think about it all the time to this day as well! 😬
Thank you , Thank you I'm feeling more confident with my new dentures Especially eating and speaking I was becoming frustrated but it takes time as you commented 😁👍
Read a book out loud to hear yourself speak. This is a great informative video I have watch for two months UTube videos from the Denture community before my extractions they inspired me into what I set out to do and I am happy the choice I made it will be a journey but in life nothing is easy.
If you don't like having dentures remember this.......I read that George Washington had dentures made of wood.......and held them in with pine gum. I'm sure that was so fun!
This was a really positive video and just what I needed tonight. I had my extractions 2 weeks ago and was only given the upper denture. I get the bottom tomorrow after the stitches come out. I tried putting the upper in and it fell off. The dentist didn’t say anything about adhesive so I’ve just gone without for this week. I am nervous about tomorrow. It made me feel better when you talked about the emotional part. I really went through a rough patch last week. I will definitely give myself a break and understand it will be a process. Thank you!
I just went to the dentist today and I have a gum disease and my top teeth have to be removed and I will be wearing a top denture I am so scared and I thank you for giving me the courage to do this
I can relate to your testimony as I am going back in a couple of days for my new dentures. I’m asking you if you use an adhesive, if so, what works best? I’m having trouble with the adhesive leaking into my mouth through out the day. I’m a hairdresser and I do a lot of color. I have to wear gloves. Sometimes it’ll form a white crust on my lips😮. It’s embarrassing as I can’t touch my mouth because of the color on my gloves🙄. I’ve tried everything out there on the market to no avail 😢 I do look at TH-cam to see what other denture wearers like best. Please help me find one that really works. Thank you honey. From Darcy in New Orleans 😘
So glad to hear this love!!! You can find quite a few "young" people like yourself discussing their dentures here on TH-cam. I promise life is so much bigger than this and you shall overcome!! Hit me up anytime!
Thank you so much for this wonderful video explaining right to the point of what to expect I’ve been without teeth for four months and my uppers and partial have finally come in and this has eased my mind a lot.
Just got my dentures about 2 weeks ago. The upper is doing well the bottoms not so much. But I will keep doing what needs to be done I am starting to learn to speak and eat. I use denture glue so that the bottoms are stable thanks for the information .
Marie is my kind of woman. TACOS! I just got my teeth extracted and wearing these dentures for 2 weeks now. I’ve been dying for some tacos! My dental office is awesome too. They’ve already made adjustments for me due to high spots or whatever that cause what I refer to as blisters and such. I was in the Army for 25 years so I got of think of my dentures like breaking in a new pair of boots.
I had full extractions June 14,2023. And immediately same day my healing set of dentures. All you have said about the process is absolutely true. At one point I was regretting that I did this. But now I am really starting to love them and how I look. Still working on talking and smiling and eating/chewing. One question: Do you take them out at night? Do or do not sleep with them in. (Of course other than those first three days). Thanks Sherrill
For me, it's been a major struggle. My dentures have never felt right. I've gone back to my dentist MANY times (she's very nice too) & adjusted it a couple of times, but they still bother me. I have cancer & my whole body is very sensitive ( a lot of pain too) so it's difficult to know what is normal or not. I know, I don't feel as happy as you do or comfortable with them. It's difficult to chew too, which has caused some digestive issues. I didn't get the bottom done yet even though it needs it. My dentist doesn't think I could handle both top & bottom yet. She said it's more difficult with the bottom, but I don't like all the plastic under my palate on the top. I hate them really...SIGH....glad you're happy with yours...
I want to say I can really appreciate how you are feeling. It's not a good option for everyone. I just got upper and lower partial dentures and they just feel horrendous. Everything's different now, it's really hard getting used to this change from having natural teeth. I hope youre health improves & you manage to find a better fitting denture ❤❤❤
Thank You for this video. I'm on day three of having my dentures. I still CAN'T get them to stay in. I've tried different adhesives (Poligrip adhesive and poligrip strips) and unfortunately none are working. I've put them in and held them for about five minutes. They keep popping out, no matter what. My dentist did say I might not being able to be able to wear them. I have a small palette and barely any bone on the bottom. He said it could take up to six months to get used to.He did suggest dental implants. Their is no way I can afford $50,000 for a full set of implants.
Thank you...I got Top Dentures today...I had 4 tooth bridges in the back, so extractions were only 8 teeth...I feel pretty good. I used Chinese herb oil & hemp root balm that took the swelling away within 4 hours. I'm not going back tomorrow...I am waiting 6 days (on the 15th) because I don't think getting a soft liner is right on day 2 (when you still have bleeding holes in your mouth trying to heal). Of course, if I have any problems I will call him. I appreciate your support. Great video!
Thank you so much for your lovely sympathetic video I am a nurse as well I am very nervous re getting dentures thank you so much for your great advice cos it is much more complicated than people realise you are the best video on the internet and you are a lovely kind person
New subscriber. So happy I found your channel and this community. I had what was left of my top teeth pulled 9/2021, no dentures because I wanted to heal and wearing masks made that easy. Had 10 bottom teeth at the time. Fast forward still no dentures had 6 bottom teeth pulled 1/2024. I just got my top dentures and bottom partials 5/22/24. I'm taking your advice on the tongue twisters. I love my smile but hate slurring my words. Any other advice would be appreciated !! I'm going to be binge watching all your videos and reading the comments . I want to Thank everyone for sharing your experiences and knowledge.
Great video, I get my top denture in ten days, and I'm a bit apprehensive about them fitting as I have had part dentures before and they made me gag, but I have been without my top teeth for 3 months. Thanks for the words of wisdom I will remember what so said and be kind to myself and have patients.
I had to have all my teeth pulled because of a brain aneurysm that damaged the nerves to my teeth and I kept a toothache almost all the time even though I only had 1 bad tooth, the hardest thing to learn about dentures is that they are not teeth, they are a tool and you have to learn how to use them just like using any other tool, don't be afraid to try different things until you find what works the best for you, don't give up, it will get easier and you will find what you're looking for. Good Luck and I'll tell you what works for me is asking the Lord for help 🙏🙏
I wish I had seen this video before I got my dentures! This would have helped me so much as I knew nothing about what to expect & it was torture! The pain! The lisp! The eating struggles (of course I barely ate anything & didn't lose any weight, while my husband lost 12 pounds just watching me starve to death - this is not a joke - he really lost 12 pounds!). 3 months in & I'm still struggling with the bottoms being loose & bouncing up & down in the back, but every day things are getting easier. Still can't eat burritos or chew meat, but at least I can eat most things again! Thanks for this video! It helps me feel that what I'm going through is the same as everybody else! :)
I had root canals and crowns for over 50 years. I had all my teeth extracted a month ago and implants for 6 on one for top and bottom. I was unable to wear my temps because of swelling. I went back for my temp dentures and they didn't fit. I tried. Ended up getting temps to fit my gums now. I developed bone spurs on both the top and bottom. 2 days in with my new temps. Have not tried to eat yet. Still on medical mouth wash so I can wear the temps. Thank you for your video.
How'd your dentist help you with your spirs? I'm 5wks into a full extraction and feel like I porcupine because of the bone spirs top and bottom. They make my first dentures uncomfortable.
@BillabongMonkeyplays I'm sorry. I just now found your reply. At this point. You are healed. The dentist ended up taking some out, and others came out on their own.
I waited until my gums were healed triple X!! I already had a top partial to which, over the years I added a couple of teeth using tempt tooth. And I just used that until I was well healed probably six months after and then I used a company wear in you do it over the mail and they send you the impressions and all of that. No more dentist.
I love the way you explain about everything, that help me soooooooo much, I'm on my 11/2 week on my temporary dentures & my gums are so tender when l try to put them on , l can't wait to be able to talk or eat without them falling or moving or hurting my gums when putting the dentures, thx,again God Bless ♥️ ⚘
Hang in there. It will only get better. I found that the more I kept them in, the better my mouth healed. Weird but true. That is what my DDS recommended as well. Best of luck!
Hi again I've been putting on my temporary dentures but l think l have a sore on my bottom gum and l don't know what to do cause it hurts, and I don't have my app back until the 27th of this month 😔 I've try to go back to the Dr, & they said they'll call me if their a opening 😔 it's horrible, l hope you can tell me what can I do besides washing my mouth with salt water 😪⚘
@@trindatrejo7332 I'm sorry. You can remove your dentures to give your gums a break. Use Orajel, Ibuprofen for swelling and pain (if you are allowed to take), remove your dentures to stop the friction, and yes, 1 tsp salt to a glass of water to reduce friction. Also, try popsicles without your dentures. Did you irritate your gums with maybe a piece of food while eating? Is this because you have pressure or friction from the denture itself? In this case, take them out and let your gums rest. Unless there are adjustments to be made, gums should heal in about 7 - 10 days. Make sure you keep them clean and soak them at night. Best of luck
@@marieelena6026 thx you so much I've feeling a little bit better but still my gum still hurts, but not as much their is a space on my bottom dentures that still hurts pretty bad on the back, but l have a app this 27th @ 1:00 hopefully they will help me. Thx for everything ❤
Thank you ! Omg! I had my teeth removed 2 weeks ago and still so sore… I’m not getting temporaries, next week I go for impressions. Oh the shame, guilt, depression was debilitating until I found you and that gorgeous smile! You, my new friend, have made such a huge difference. I sincerely thank you for your honesty. I’ve told maybe 2 people about this ( who else could be thankful for this darn mask mandate) because I felt ashamed like I did something wrong. It’s the stigma I guess. Honestly, I haven’t felt this hopeful since this process started. A million thanks!
This is day one for me. Thanks for being here for us. My first dentures ever & failed. I wore them 2 hours and when it came time to eat dinner I removed them. My question is do we take them out at night when we sleep?
I do not take them out per the advice of my dentist. The longer I left them in, the faster I healed. My gums adjusted accordingly. It seems counter- productive but my Dentist was correct. How are you now?
My dentist was amazing. Did it in Mexico for a fracture of the price. My extractions went great. In less than 2 months I'm smiling with my new teeth. I'm learning to eat and smile without covering my face. Such a happy person. 😁😁😁
Thank you so much for all your tips. I just got my upper partial put in and struggling to talk and swallow. your tips are so helpful and I love your animation. don't feel bad about it. It's expressive and adds to what you are saying. be animated and be proud of it!
Thank you so much. I was diagnosed with breast cancer 2018 and because I have meds to stop it recurring i have to have all extensive work done on my teeth. My dentist has said i would need to have my lower teeth extracted. I just cried. I am now getting used to the idea, and as you said I’m looking forward to my new smile. How much did you pay for your dentures and did you have to top and bottom done at the same time. Love your video it has helped me so much I will definitely be in touch when i now the date my works starts THANK YOU 💕💋
I am a new denture wearer. Full set. What do u recommend for pain And irritation. I am also an award winning radio personality.. and my career is my voice. What can I do to get my radio voice back. Thank u. And thank u for this video. It helped so much. Ur awesome
Thank you for your time. I miss my teeth. I just got these in last February and I soak them every night when I came home from work. But I remove the adhesive and at night I sleep with mine in. I tried to sleep with them out but I just can't do it. It doesn't work for me. When I put my teeth back in it hurts my jaw. So I sleep with them in my room.
Hello Marie I just got mines last week only thing for now that I don't like is I haven't had any real food for a week however I have had people tell me that they look great lol I'm so hungry thank you for the positive information
You are WELCOME! Ok... I was so hungry that a few weeks into it, I bought several REAL street tacos and put them in a blender. Weird a$$ texture but they taste the same! Thank GAWD! Also, I ate a lot of mashed potatoes, yogurt, and smoothies with NO straw!! how about an update!?
I totally enjoyed your videos and all the information and tips you r giving. I will be getting all my teeth extracted to get full upper and lower dentures. Did you have any issues with gagging or fullness in your mouth this is what I’m most concerned about. Also with the swelling using cold packs should help I hope. Thank you for sharing this is wonderful to kinteract with someone who has been thru this. I didn’t even think of all the issues you discussed. Thank you thank you.❤
I literally JUST got mine today. The gag factor was there off and on for the first couple of hours. Then I took them out during a nap. I put them back in and now I feel MUCH better.
It took almost a year to learn how to eat everything again, to talk normally, sing, whistle, and as was before. I still struggle with comfort at times. I would love silicone padding. Just don't want to feel them at all.
Hello Marie, thank you for this video and assuring me (and others) that we can ask you questions. I have worn dentures (full upper and a partial lower) for over 20 years. I had the final seven lower teeth extracted in mid to end of April. On Thursday, August 1st, I received my new smile. Please help me to understand why I am having so much difficulty wearing my lower denture. They hurt and I am so discouraged. Yesterday, Monday, I did go into the dental office for a slight adjustment (where the pain was excruciating). At that time I did not want to do too much adjusting, in case it "was just me". So today, I am still struggling with the rubbing of the denture on (what I will call) my tongue thingy (please smile that lovely smile you have). Anyway, I was curious if you had difficulty adjusting to the placement of the lower denture on the tongue thingy (smile again, please). Thank you and yes, I will call my dentist tomorrow morning and ask to be seen again for some adjustment, I just want to be sure I make sense. You are so right about eating, speaking and for me even smiling hurts right now. I know that my facial muscles are getting a workout (just like going to the gym after months of slacking off). Thank you for reading my questions and I look forward to your reply. Your smile is beautiful.
Hello Linda. Thank you for reaching out. I am so very sorry about the pain you are going through. For me, I experienced pain that was sometimes excruciating due to the extraction areas still healing underneath my immediate dentures. If I understand correctly, you have an approximate length of 4 months of healing time between extractions and denture placement? If so, what do you think is causing the pain? Friction? Where and how are they painful? I believe that unless you have more healing to do and they are properly fitted, they should not be that painful to your gums. Your mouth and jaw muscles will become sore because you are using different muscles, but that should not be excruciating. Did your Dentist offer an explanation? PLEASE do not be discouraged. Be DILIGENT with finding the answers and questioning your Dentist. He/She should be your best source of encouragement and problem-solving. I too am rooting for you!!! Looking forward to hearing back!
When I was picking out shades they had some brown as can be examples and I said who gets new teeth and picks those shades? Lol. They didn’t believe me when I said how nice my teeth were before and I showed pics and said I want my original shade back.
Ok….I had my final fitting this week, and new dentures will be in next week. I had full extraction at end of April. Here is my concern….the wax fittings never fit, They were big bulky, and I’m afraid that’s what will come in. What should I expect
This was helpful. I am having a hard time adjusting to new dentures. Curious about pads/cushion grips etc. Have not found a satisfactory way to keep them in place. Thanks!
I've had full dentures since I was 27. (I'm 75). I have never regretted it. My first set was from one of those billboard advertisers and, I now realize, fit "ok" and I wore them for 18 years. When they finally wore out I went to a good orthodontist and found out how dentures SHOULD feel. I replaced them after 13 years and am still delighted. Other than a sore spot now and then, I've never had any trouble with them and I've never used adhesives. I only take them out to clean them, so I wear them pretty much 24 hours a day. My dentist says I should take them out more, but...I don't. I know I've been lucky, but the whole thing CAN be a good experience, so good luck to anyone about to embark!
Thank you. It's 2021 and my new year resolution is to claim my smile. I have horrible teeth that need to go
@@thandiwejambawa7827 YOU have GOT THIS!!!! Let me know I can answer ANY questions!! I would love to see pictures too!
@@marieelena6026 Thanks for replying. I'm going to the dentist tomorrow(Friday) for extractions. I'm not looking back. I'm a bit nervous and exited
U give me hope I m 43 just gotten the process started ..i had fee teeth pulled yesterday .im eventually going to have a denture I m terrified but after seeing this I feel better
@@assiabenslimane2589 Good luck! The process of pulling, stitches, and sore gums can be daunting, but remember that those things heal.
I just had my full upper teeth denture this afternoon i was so devastated of the uncomfort that i felt, i started to suspect that my dentist had a mistake...so i watched youtube videos about new denture wearers...and i thank God to what i've watched...and this video completely turn my worries away...thank you so much for being a good instrument God uses....God bless...
My upper is perfect, bottom one needs the "glue"...
What about the sharp bones jabbing in places.
@@Catherine-t6i I am also waiting to find the answer to that! Good Luck All!
Thank you for this video. I'm 56 and have always had great teeth. But I took a medication that took all the calcium out of my body. It rotted my teeth. I have so many broken ones now. I have to get dentures. I'm scared to death. I'm a nurse and I still wear my mask because of my teeth. I go in July to get a full set of dentures. I cried watching your video. Because it is all so true. Especially the emotions I'm going through right now. Thank you
How did it go?
On December 22, 2023 I had my remaining 6 top teeth removed and immediate top denture put in. I wore them 24 hours a day until the 26th(dentist was gone due to holiday. No problem talking with them in, very little swelling lots of pain. Lots of mashed potatoes. Any way, the dentist told me to leave them out unless we were going out somewhere. Finally woke up this morning the sore spots are almost gone. Going to start eating(or try to) regular food this weekend. I love my dentist and trust his advice. He's now working to save my lower 13 teeth and and getting partials for the bottom. Thank you for this video. It's the best one I've watched.
I got a partial for my bottom teeth almost five years ago but one of my crowns came off so I went to the dentist and he said I now need to have them pulled and get a temporary bottom denture two implants and a over denture. $5,000 for the partial that lasted almost five years and now $13,000 for the bottom. If I would have known my partial would only last 5-7 years in the beginning, I would have got the implants from the start.
I just got mine done September 3rd and scared to take them out
@JenniferSikes-k9m how's it going for you? Newbie here too
I had my dentures fitted 3 days ago,I'm struggling. I know its early days but after watching your video.thank you so much.i must be patient
I had 22 teeth extracted in one hour due to complications arising from diabetes. My dentist advised me to go 'toothless' for 3 months for an even heal gum-line and as frustrating as it was, it worked out for me. I now have a full set of dentures that more or less fit OK and will get better in time. I no longer dribble when I drink. My pronunciation of certain letters is slowly changing, but I find eating a bit of a challenge, opting to sometimes remove my dentures and manage without.
Thank you for your advice, I found your upload very helpful and will use it daily to continue my journey with dentures 👌🏻🇬🇧
My dentist does not do immediate dentures. My full mouth extractions were a breeze May 2024. I had to heal for 4-6 months. At 5mos post extractions I was ready and in 2 weeks is my 4th visit and my wax try-in. The upper and lower plates fit like a charm from the custom molding trays. I chose B91 shade and it's a natural white. I'm excited it's been quite a process to learn and experience.
I'm 75 and I can't tell you how happy I was to see this video. I'm beginning to have loss of upper teeth. SCARED TO DEATH of the process of getting dentures. You really helped me with being more comfortable with the process. I'm having one more tooth extracted Tuesday. After that, I have a decision to make about going forward. I'm sorry I didn't catch the reason why a young needs a denture. But I'll listen again. I'm enjoying hearing your process. It's a big scary decision. Thank you for your honesty and I'm gonna look for your other videos. Great job!
I had full extractions at the end of January and chose to not get immediate dentures. I wanted to heal properly before putting dentures in, and I definitely don't regret it! I figured since we have to wear masks right now anyways nobody would even notice :) I finally got my full set last week and tonight I am finally brave enough to try and eat something lol! Fingers crossed, its kind of scary at this point! But your video definitely made me feel better about everything, so thank you!!
Me too, I'm waiting 8 weeks
Update?
Me 2. How r u now AC MOM
@@ambergrunwald8292 I'm doing great, thank you for asking! Definitely still getting used to my new teeth but OMG SO worth all of it!
@@ACMommy26 i hot all mine out 2 weeks ago and i feel better than i have n years. Im hungry though! Lol what kind of foods did u eat when u wr eaiting for ur denture?
I am a dentist and I enjoyed your video from the patient's perspective!
Wow! Thank you so very much!!
Thank you for this video!!!! ❤ I just got my dentures and I'm so discouraged so I you tubed videos about people and getting dentures. Came across this video and such a blessing you are. I needed to hear this. ❤❤❤
Me too ❤
Marie: Not only is your smile beautiful, bit your manner is very beautiful! I came expecting lots of examples of what to do etc (I am 2days into this adventure) and somehow I come out feeling so good! I am learning to love health care worker.! Besides my mouth situation I am also dealing with cancer and have spent quite a bit of time, recently, in the company of health care workers, and they have been angels with great humor! I was feeling down and yours was the first video I came to. Thank you so much!
a friend of mine said he sang to music all day for days to relearn how to talk. he said it showed him what he could and couldn't annunciate. and it was fun. so that's a great idea.
Thanks for the heads up. I feel as though I have a set of Castanets in my mouth. Rock fm here I come!!
This! Doing this is what I’ve been doing. Especially since I sing lol. It was my biggest holdup in going into it but the bright side for me is I suffered over crowding so my jaw moves a lot better with less teeth lol. Score
The best feeling is to not have to think or worry about smiling. I used to have beautiful teeth until my gums & bone loss began to really be evident. The past 5 years I have hidden mostly. I am a soap maker and I do markets so it was really difficult to show up and feel confident. I’m day 5 post op and immediate dentures and though I’m sore and feeling unsure sometimes …I know that time will pass and I will get used to this. I already want to show the world my smile again and I am grateful as I know that hiding myself hadn’t been good for my livelihood. Im really good at my job and now I can really show up with a bright smile to go with the confidence in my products.
Thank you I am going Tuesday to start my denture during.
Great explaining the process
I’m going next week & have 12 teeth extracted. I’m 59. Thank you for this encouraging video. ❤❤😅
I had my teeth pulled seven months ago. I didn’t get immediate dentures. But I get my permanent dentures today. So excited!! Getting them pulled for me was not too bad. Everyone is different though. It will be okay it just takes time.
I'm so glad you and others share their experience. I lost my last molar in November and last Tuesday I was getting fitted for a lower partial denture. And there are all these folks that are sharing their pains and struggles with the first few weeks with a new "normal".
What a blessing this video is to me right now Marie!!!
After years of pain and unconfident smiles, I’m on the verge of committing to dentures but I’m still feeling very nervous about the process.
The story at the end about your patient complementing your smile made me tear up.
I hope that I can feel as confident and positive as you one day✨!
Thank you so much for sharing!!!
Did you ever go and get yours? How did it go? I go in two days to get mine pulled and get plates.
Such a beautiful help to 88 year old with new top dentures not knowing what to do or expect!thanks for your kind words and encouragement! Barbara Farrell new admirer; Shared video with. My dentist to hsve him share 7:02 with patients! 😅
I am 78 and watching this video is so encouraging.
I am 66 yrs old and am about to get my dentures. I've been watching a lot of TH-cam and unfortunately, the first ones were about how having implants are better, that dentures were going to be a pain in the ass, and all the things that could go wrong. So it was so wonderful to run across your video. It calmed a lot of my anxiety and gave me hope. So - thank you for that! P.S. You DO have a beautiful smile!
Happy people with dentures. Are what I need to see. She has calmed my nerves. Her teeth are beautiful.
No screws in my mouth thanks...big push for something new and costly.
@@christinepizzi6197No screws for me either....that's just to much
Thank you for your video. I have very new dentures and was feeling bummed about my experience thus far. It's something new to learn and the learning curve is a but steep right now. I have to give myself a brake and go with the flow
Thank you Marie Elena, I had most of my teeth extracted three days ago and have had dentures made for immediate fit.
Though I realise it’s just one of life’s things, I’m lamenting the fact that, as a very young 60 yo, I no longer have a mouth full of my own teeth.
Your words have helped me a lot in dealing with my esteem issues, and much of your other advice has been very helpful also.
Best wishes to you, and thanks for sharing on your not-so-crappy-as-you-think channel. 👍
Bruce, Canberra, Australia.
Great informative video!! Thanks so much. You’ve given me hope!! Because I just can’t get use to my dentures😢🙏🏽
Where were you when I began my process!! Oh yeah- right here!! Lol!
I had my last 19 teeth removed in March of 2022 buy didn't get any dentures at all until August of 2022! I had no idea it would take that long and every time I tried to ask my dentist questions she(and her staff) acted like it was all a secret they couldn't share!
I learned how to eat and speak again without any teeth. Then when I finally got my dentures I had to relearn all over again! In fact to this day I have not been able to eat at all with them. I can drink with a straw but thats about all I can do and I've had them for 8 months now. I tried to swallow a small pill one time and almost choked to death!
I am very thankful you've put this information on YT! I just wish I had of found you sooner!!
Thank you!
Choking on food without teeth is a big issue, I almost choked yesterday & had to have my partner do the Heimlich maneuver on me, very scary!
thank you for the helpful advice,im getting my dentures in two weeks time,im anxious yet exited at the thought of being able to smile and get my confidence back,i know it will probably take time,but finding your video has answered so many of my questions,im feeling more prepared,so thank you
I am sure this is an older video, but it was very good. This is day 2 (after extractions uppers only). You make me feel so much better, you seem to be a very lovely person. Thank you very much for your advice.
I learned more from you then my dentist. Thank you.
Thanks for the suggestions.
I just today got my full dentures. My dentist has told me that it's an adjustment, it will take some time to get use to them. It is hard, I tried to eat for the first time, and had to remove them. I'm going to stay after it, even if only gradually at first. I really like the look of them, they did an excellent job on how they look. I go back tomorrow for any adjustments, then again in a week or two. Thanks,
Thank you Marie for this video. I am still in the process of research and haven't had any work done yet. This has been very informative. Especially the part about not Being embarrassed to ask your dentist to make adjustments or whatever as many times as you need them. Your right on about it being your money and his reputation. I hope i can speak highly of my dentist . Again great video. And you do have a great smile.
Thank you so much Kim! Please, if I can help by answering any questions, I will. Good luck... update?
Thank you so much for sharing this. My husband got his yesterday and is very sad and discouraged. I think this video helped him a lot!
Thank you for the great advice. I’m only 5 days in with my new look. And watching your video on the 5 things hit all the issues I’m facing. I new going in that it was going to be a long road to normalcy. But I had no idea of the challenges. This video definitely gave me some insight and confidence.
Thank you for the compliment! How are you doing now?
The dentist I had sucked! Over 20 k and I still can't wear my bottoms and have always used glue on the top. Miserable experience....biggest regret of my life was going to her
I just had my teeth removed a month ago, and I go in a week from now to have impressions made.ive healed remarkably fast. I'm really hopeful about the process...but terrified at learning to talk or eat. I've got a great of them flying out when I'm talking to someone lol
@@kayhoskins4353 You need to go to another dentist.
Best advice on TH-cam, and I've watched everyone ! 💯👍❤
WOW~~~ 😯😍 Thank you!!!
I’m in the process of getting the rest of my teeth out and getting new ones I’m super excited but nervous at the same time so seeing this video is definitely helpful!
I am so glad!! You know, I had such a wonderful, kind, and informative DDS. He sat me down and explained everything I should expect the first 6 months to a year. It helped so much knowing what to expect and how my personal progress was going compared to where I should be. Please, contact me if you have any questions. I would love to see pics too!
Thank you this is my first day with dentures and I’ve watched about 15 different dentures for beginners videos and came upon yours and you 100% said everything I wanted and needed to hear going down this new path and what you said was straight to point and made since thanks a lot and GOD BLESS
I'm a newbie with immediate dentures. I'm learning more on TH-cam than my dentist lol.. You're real yet fun ha.. I could use all the advice u can offer 🙂
Same
“No one can tell you what you should want and what you should like.” This made me want to cry….I’ve spent many years with only 3 teeth on my upper and I’m day 3 into my immediate upper denture and although I know it’s so early and there’s swelling and there’s still so much healing to happen…my front two teeth were created and are crooked. I’ve been trying to force myself to be appreciative because I don’t like to complain or be so negative but I’ve dreamed for so long to have my smile back! I’m planning on calling my dentist tomorrow morning, really hoping we can start talking about getting another fit for another pair of immediate dentures because if I’m gonna be with these dentures for a while before my permanents…I want to atleast be happy and comfortable with my smile 😔💗
I so hear you!!! My first set of upper denture, just fell out 😢… I basically had to wait 3 Weeks for the next set, unfortunately they may fit better with adhesive, but I look like a fool, I am so disappointed, they are toooooooo white and all of a sudden I have buck teeth! I have decided not to wear them and wear a mask instead (I hate wearing masks) this should tell you how much I hate my dentures. I have decided that I am going to contact my dentist tomorrow!! There is no way that I can wear hat they have given me for the next 9 weeks
Did you get them fixed? Mine are crooked. I am a week in... Very frustrated.
I love your personality.... great delivery of your message! Thank you!
I almost cried the first time that someone complimented my smile! It completely caught me off guard. And I still think about it all the time to this day as well! 😬
I’m getting dentures made on Tuesday too set not a full set but nearly a full set at the top
Thank you , Thank you
I'm feeling more confident with my new dentures
Especially eating and speaking
I was becoming frustrated but it takes time as you commented 😁👍
Read a book out loud to hear yourself speak. This is a great informative video I have watch for two months UTube videos from the Denture community before my extractions they inspired me into what I set out to do and I am happy the choice I made it will be a journey but in life nothing is easy.
If you don't like having dentures remember this.......I read that George Washington had dentures made of wood.......and held them in with pine gum. I'm sure that was so fun!
Thank you, you speak the truth, I went through all of these things too but like you said it gets better!
Earl... I went in knowing so much information due to a great Dentist! I hope I help someone. Thank you for your comment.
This was a really positive video and just what I needed tonight. I had my extractions 2 weeks ago and was only given the upper denture. I get the bottom tomorrow after the stitches come out. I tried putting the upper in and it fell off. The dentist didn’t say anything about adhesive so I’ve just gone without for this week. I am nervous about tomorrow. It made me feel better when you talked about the emotional part. I really went through a rough patch last week. I will definitely give myself a break and understand it will be a process. Thank you!
Thank u. I had my teeth extracted 3 months ago and just got my dentures today and HATE THEM. This video helps. Thank u
I just went to the dentist today and I have a gum disease and my top teeth have to be removed and I will be wearing a top denture I am so scared and I thank you for giving me the courage to do this
How did the teeth. Go
Thank you so much! You made me feel like this is going to get better!
Oh honey.... of course it is! How are you doing? Do you have any questions or challenges? Let me know!
I can relate to your testimony as I am going back in a couple of days for my new dentures. I’m asking you if you use an adhesive, if so, what works best? I’m having trouble with the adhesive leaking into my mouth through out the day. I’m a hairdresser and I do a lot of color. I have to wear gloves. Sometimes it’ll form a white crust on my lips😮. It’s embarrassing as I can’t touch my mouth because of the color on my gloves🙄. I’ve tried everything out there on the market to no avail 😢
I do look at TH-cam to see what other denture wearers like best. Please help me find one that really works. Thank you honey. From Darcy in New Orleans 😘
This is the best video I've seen.. Thank you so much. Im feeling down because of my denture its my 2nd day. You help me a lot. ❤️
So glad to hear this love!!! You can find quite a few "young" people like yourself discussing their dentures here on TH-cam. I promise life is so much bigger than this and you shall overcome!! Hit me up anytime!
Thank you so much for this wonderful video explaining right to the point of what to expect I’ve been without teeth for four months and my uppers and partial have finally come in and this has eased my mind a lot.
Just got my dentures about 2 weeks ago. The upper is doing well the bottoms not so much. But I will keep doing what needs to be done I am starting to learn to speak and eat. I use denture glue so that the bottoms are stable thanks for the information .
Which glue works for you? My lowers fit and float at the same time, if that makes sense.. they're new, so I'm going in for an adjustment.
thank you so much for this video. today is day one and this relieved my anxiety so much. Bless you.
Marie is my kind of woman. TACOS! I just got my teeth extracted and wearing these dentures for 2 weeks now. I’ve been dying for some tacos! My dental office is awesome too. They’ve already made adjustments for me due to high spots or whatever that cause what I refer to as blisters and such. I was in the Army for 25 years so I got of think of my dentures like breaking in a new pair of boots.
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I had full extractions June 14,2023. And immediately same day my healing set of dentures. All you have said about the process is absolutely true. At one point I was regretting that I did this. But now I am really starting to love them and how I look. Still working on talking and smiling and eating/chewing.
One question: Do you take them out at night? Do or do not sleep with them in. (Of course other than those first three days). Thanks
Sherrill
thank you! you are awesome you are a beautiful person and you gave me the strengtnth to go forward with my dental transformation!
Wonderful!!! How are you doing?
For me, it's been a major struggle. My dentures have never felt right. I've gone back to my dentist MANY times (she's very nice too) & adjusted it a couple of times, but they still bother me. I have cancer & my whole body is very sensitive ( a lot of pain too) so it's difficult to know what is normal or not. I know, I don't feel as happy as you do or comfortable with them. It's difficult to chew too, which has caused some digestive issues. I didn't get the bottom done yet even though it needs it. My dentist doesn't think I could handle both top & bottom yet. She said it's more difficult with the bottom, but I don't like all the plastic under my palate on the top. I hate them really...SIGH....glad you're happy with yours...
I am so sorry. About your discomfort and cancer diagnosis. I sure hope your dentist can fix it. You deserve A smile that you love.
I want to say I can really appreciate how you are feeling. It's not a good option for everyone. I just got upper and lower partial dentures and they just feel horrendous. Everything's different now, it's really hard getting used to this change from having natural teeth. I hope youre health improves & you manage to find a better fitting denture ❤❤❤
I am sorry you are having such horrible time with your partials. I sure hope it gets better for you.
Thank You for this video. I'm on day three of having my dentures. I still CAN'T get them to stay in. I've tried different adhesives (Poligrip adhesive and poligrip strips) and unfortunately none are working. I've put them in and held them for about five minutes. They keep popping out, no matter what. My dentist did say I might not being able to be able to wear them. I have a small palette and barely any bone on the bottom. He said it could take up to six months to get used to.He did suggest dental implants. Their is no way I can afford $50,000 for a full set of implants.
Great informative video you have helped so many people. Thanks for posting this.
Thank you...I got Top Dentures today...I had 4 tooth bridges in the back, so extractions were only 8 teeth...I feel pretty good. I used Chinese herb oil & hemp root balm that took the swelling away within 4 hours. I'm not going back tomorrow...I am waiting 6 days (on the 15th) because I don't think getting a soft liner is right on day 2 (when you still have bleeding holes in your mouth trying to heal). Of course, if I have any problems I will call him. I appreciate your support. Great video!
Thank you so much for your lovely sympathetic video I am a nurse as well I am very nervous re getting dentures thank you so much for your great advice cos it is much more complicated than people realise you are the best video on the internet and you are a lovely kind person
Thank you SO much!! This is the first video to provide useful information!
I appreciate you!
New subscriber. So happy I found your channel and this community. I had what was left of my top teeth pulled 9/2021, no dentures because I wanted to heal and wearing masks made that easy. Had 10 bottom teeth at the time. Fast forward still no dentures had 6 bottom teeth pulled 1/2024. I just got my top dentures and bottom partials 5/22/24. I'm taking your advice on the tongue twisters. I love my smile but hate slurring my words. Any other advice would be appreciated !! I'm going to be binge watching all your videos and reading the comments . I want to Thank everyone for sharing your experiences and knowledge.
Thank you! Such a touching compliment story
Thank you! ;-)
Thank you so much for your video. I just got top and bottom partials today. Everything you mentioned I am having trouble with.
How are you doing now? Can I answer any questions? Good luck!
Great video, I get my top denture in ten days, and I'm a bit apprehensive about them fitting as I have had part dentures before and they made me gag, but I have been without my top teeth for 3 months. Thanks for the words of wisdom I will remember what so said and be kind to myself and have patients.
Can you please let us know how you are doing now?
I had to have all my teeth pulled because of a brain aneurysm that damaged the nerves to my teeth and I kept a toothache almost all the time even though I only had 1 bad tooth, the hardest thing to learn about dentures is that they are not teeth, they are a tool and you have to learn how to use them just like using any other tool, don't be afraid to try different things until you find what works the best for you, don't give up, it will get easier and you will find what you're looking for.
Good Luck and I'll tell you what works for me is asking the Lord for help 🙏🙏
@Hubert Are you out of pain now?
The absolute best video this far. Thank you for this post most appreciated. Extremely helpful.
I got mine in, and went right for the big bag of caramels and candied popcorn.
I wish I had seen this video before I got my dentures! This would have helped me so much as I knew nothing about what to expect & it was torture! The pain! The lisp! The eating struggles (of course I barely ate anything & didn't lose any weight, while my husband lost 12 pounds just watching me starve to death - this is not a joke - he really lost 12 pounds!). 3 months in & I'm still struggling with the bottoms being loose & bouncing up & down in the back, but every day things are getting easier. Still can't eat burritos or chew meat, but at least I can eat most things again! Thanks for this video! It helps me feel that what I'm going through is the same as everybody else! :)
Do u watch Beanie Unscripted? She doesn't post alot of videos but she always has good tips and is realistic Lally relatable
Thanks for the encouragement
Thank you so much!! You are helping me with concerns and questions.
GREAT!! You are welcome!! How are you doing so far?
I had root canals and crowns for over 50 years. I had all my teeth extracted a month ago and implants for 6 on one for top and bottom. I was unable to wear my temps because of swelling. I went back for my temp dentures and they didn't fit. I tried. Ended up getting temps to fit my gums now. I developed bone spurs on both the top and bottom. 2 days in with my new temps. Have not tried to eat yet. Still on medical mouth wash so I can wear the temps.
Thank you for your video.
How'd your dentist help you with your spirs? I'm 5wks into a full extraction and feel like I porcupine because of the bone spirs top and bottom. They make my first dentures uncomfortable.
@BillabongMonkeyplays I'm sorry. I just now found your reply. At this point. You are healed. The dentist ended up taking some out, and others came out on their own.
I waited until my gums were healed triple X!! I already had a top partial to which, over the years I added a couple of teeth using tempt tooth.
And I just used that until I was well healed probably six months after and then I used a company wear in you do it over the mail and they send you the impressions and all of that.
No more dentist.
I learned so much. Thank you. ‼️. Your personality is wonderful
I love the way you explain about everything, that help me soooooooo much, I'm on my 11/2 week on my temporary dentures & my gums are so tender when l try to put them on , l can't wait to be able to talk or eat without them falling or moving or hurting my gums when putting the dentures, thx,again God Bless ♥️ ⚘
Hang in there. It will only get better. I found that the more I kept them in, the better my mouth healed. Weird but true. That is what my DDS recommended as well. Best of luck!
Hi again I've been putting on my temporary dentures but l think l have a sore on my bottom gum and l don't know what to do cause it hurts, and I don't have my app back until the 27th of this month 😔 I've try to go back to the Dr, & they said they'll call me if their a opening 😔 it's horrible, l hope you can tell me what can I do besides washing my mouth with salt water 😪⚘
@@trindatrejo7332 I'm sorry. You can remove your dentures to give your gums a break. Use Orajel, Ibuprofen for swelling and pain (if you are allowed to take), remove your dentures to stop the friction, and yes, 1 tsp salt to a glass of water to reduce friction. Also, try popsicles without your dentures. Did you irritate your gums with maybe a piece of food while eating? Is this because you have pressure or friction from the denture itself? In this case, take them out and let your gums rest. Unless there are adjustments to be made, gums should heal in about 7 - 10 days. Make sure you keep them clean and soak them at night. Best of luck
@@marieelena6026 thx you so much I've feeling a little bit better but still my gum still hurts, but not as much their is a space on my bottom dentures that still hurts pretty bad on the back, but l have a app this 27th @ 1:00 hopefully they will help me. Thx for everything ❤
Thank you ! Omg! I had my teeth removed 2 weeks ago and still so sore… I’m not getting temporaries, next week I go for impressions. Oh the shame, guilt, depression was debilitating until I found you and that gorgeous smile! You, my new friend, have made such a huge difference. I sincerely thank you for your
honesty. I’ve told maybe 2 people about this ( who else could be thankful for this darn mask mandate) because I felt ashamed like I did something wrong. It’s the stigma I guess. Honestly, I haven’t felt this hopeful since this process started. A million thanks!
This is day one for me. Thanks for being here for us. My first dentures ever & failed. I wore them 2 hours and when it came time to eat dinner I removed them. My question is do we take them out at night when we sleep?
I do not take them out per the advice of my dentist. The longer I left them in, the faster I healed. My gums adjusted accordingly. It seems counter- productive but my Dentist was correct. How are you now?
Thank you. Your video helped me feel better about myself.
My dentist was amazing. Did it in Mexico for a fracture of the price. My extractions went great. In less than 2 months I'm smiling with my new teeth. I'm learning to eat and smile without covering my face. Such a happy person. 😁😁😁
I know that quite a bit of people would love to find a reliable DDS in Mexico. You should drop his name and location
Lots of buyer beware's out there. Do your homework first.
thankyou for this video,,hoping my new journey in my denture be good,,
Keep me posted!
you're beautiful!
Thank you so much for all your tips. I just got my upper partial put in and struggling to talk and swallow. your tips are so helpful and I love your animation. don't feel bad about it. It's expressive and adds to what you are saying. be animated and be proud of it!
Thank you so much.
I was diagnosed with breast cancer 2018 and because I have meds to stop it recurring i have to have all extensive work done on my teeth.
My dentist has said i would need to have my lower teeth extracted. I just cried.
I am now getting used to the idea, and as you said I’m looking forward to my new smile.
How much did you pay for your dentures and did you have to top and bottom done at the same time.
Love your video it has helped me so much
I will definitely be in touch when i now the date my works starts
THANK YOU 💕💋
Gloria! Thank you for your lovely message! Have you been through the process yet? How did you do? If not, when? Remember... you are a warrior!!
Great video! thanks for the encouragement.....Love your smile!
I am a new denture wearer. Full set. What do u recommend for pain And irritation. I am also an award winning radio personality.. and my career is my voice. What can I do to get my radio voice back. Thank u. And thank u for this video. It helped so much. Ur awesome
I love you😂😊 Blended tacos!! I have blended salads ...I totally get this. You are a sweetheart and much appreciated ❤️ I didn't know any of this.
I've thought of blended Mexican food-thought I was crazy, but I guess crazy is good sometimes!
Thank you for your time. I miss my teeth. I just got these in last February and I soak them every night when I came home from work. But I remove the adhesive and at night I sleep with mine in. I tried to sleep with them out but I just can't do it. It doesn't work for me. When I put my teeth back in it hurts my jaw. So I sleep with them in my room.
Thank you for a detailed video
Lovely video! Thanks for sharing 😊.
Hello Marie I just got mines last week only thing for now that I don't like is I haven't had any real food for a week however I have had people tell me that they look great lol I'm so hungry thank you for the positive information
You are WELCOME! Ok... I was so hungry that a few weeks into it, I bought several REAL street tacos and put them in a blender. Weird a$$ texture but they taste the same! Thank GAWD! Also, I ate a lot of mashed potatoes, yogurt, and smoothies with NO straw!! how about an update!?
Do you have to use adhesive? I'm new and in my 3rd week of immediate full top dentures.
I totally enjoyed your videos and all the information and tips you r giving. I will be getting all my teeth extracted to get full upper and lower dentures. Did you have any issues with gagging or fullness in your mouth this is what I’m most concerned about. Also with the swelling using cold packs should help I hope. Thank you for sharing this is wonderful to kinteract with someone who has been thru this. I didn’t even think of all the issues you discussed. Thank you thank you.❤
I literally JUST got mine today. The gag factor was there off and on for the first couple of hours. Then I took them out during a nap. I put them back in and now I feel MUCH better.
It took almost a year to learn how to eat everything again, to talk normally, sing, whistle, and as was before. I still struggle with comfort at times. I would love silicone padding. Just don't want to feel them at all.
I have felt all the things you mentioned i am two weeks post full mouth extraction and progressing thanks for info
Thank you so much for this information! You Do have a beautiful smile.
THANK YOU !!! Today was day one for me, was very discouraged.
Hello Marie, thank you for this video and assuring me (and others) that we can ask you questions. I have worn dentures (full upper and a partial lower) for over 20 years. I had the final seven lower teeth extracted in mid to end of April. On Thursday, August 1st, I received my new smile. Please help me to understand why I am having so much difficulty wearing my lower denture. They hurt and I am so discouraged. Yesterday, Monday, I did go into the dental office for a slight adjustment (where the pain was excruciating). At that time I did not want to do too much adjusting, in case it "was just me". So today, I am still struggling with the rubbing of the denture on (what I will call) my tongue thingy (please smile that lovely smile you have). Anyway, I was curious if you had difficulty adjusting to the placement of the lower denture on the tongue thingy (smile again, please). Thank you and yes, I will call my dentist tomorrow morning and ask to be seen again for some adjustment, I just want to be sure I make sense. You are so right about eating, speaking and for me even smiling hurts right now. I know that my facial muscles are getting a workout (just like going to the gym after months of slacking off). Thank you for reading my questions and I look forward to your reply. Your smile is beautiful.
Hello Linda. Thank you for reaching out. I am so very sorry about the pain you are going through. For me, I experienced pain that was sometimes excruciating due to the extraction areas still healing underneath my immediate dentures. If I understand correctly, you have an approximate length of 4 months of healing time between extractions and denture placement? If so, what do you think is causing the pain? Friction? Where and how are they painful? I believe that unless you have more healing to do and they are properly fitted, they should not be that painful to your gums. Your mouth and jaw muscles will become sore because you are using different muscles, but that should not be excruciating. Did your Dentist offer an explanation? PLEASE do not be discouraged. Be DILIGENT with finding the answers and questioning your Dentist. He/She should be your best source of encouragement and problem-solving. I too am rooting for you!!! Looking forward to hearing back!
Thank you for this video it was so hard to except the fact I needed dentures
When I was picking out shades they had some brown as can be examples and I said who gets new teeth and picks those shades? Lol. They didn’t believe me when I said how nice my teeth were before and I showed pics and said I want my original shade back.
Ok….I had my final fitting this week, and new dentures will be in next week.
I had full extraction at end of April. Here is my concern….the wax fittings never fit,
They were big bulky, and I’m afraid that’s what will come in.
What should I expect
Thank you, for helping me with my confidence
This was helpful. I am having a hard time adjusting to new dentures. Curious about pads/cushion grips etc. Have not found a satisfactory way to keep them in place. Thanks!
I am 2 weeks new for my dentures & I use Polident which is an adhesive to put on your dentures to keep them in place! It's awesome 👌
I just had mine done September 3rd. I'm scared to take them out.
Thank you for telling us about the chewing needing to be different now. Now i wont force myself to grind chew.