I got some dentures and it is very hard to eat with them. A friend of mine who also lost her teeth but she got dental implants. I didn’t at first because they are freaking expensive. But, she can eat anything she wants. So, I need to get them. I don’t have her kind of […]
How Far Back Should Dentures Go?
I got a complete set of dentures, but they do not cover the area where my wisdom teeth used to be. Is that standard? My dentist seemed to imply that this was normal, but I feel like I am chewing on my gums. Is there a way to cover them? If not, is there something […]
Are There Softer Dentures
I have dentures for the first time and I’m really having some problems with them. It’s harder to eat food now. Plus, the hardness on the upper denture is very uncomfortable. Plus, food gets under it. This leads me to two questions. First, is there a way to get dentures more secure where I can […]
Can I Get Dental Implants After 30 Years in Dentures?
I’ve had dentures for thirty years. I can’t even keep my dentures in anymore. I haven’t smiled in a several years. Recently, I don’t even want to leave my house. I don’t know what happened but my jaw is mushy and I look ancient. Is it too late for me to get dental implants and […]
Should I Extract My Two Upper Teeth?
I have only two teeth left on my upper arch and they are the two front teeth. At the moment, I wear two partial dentures. I find them pretty uncomfortable and hard to talk with. I only wear them on two occasions. First, when I’m going out to see people. Second, when I have to […]
When is it Too Late to Get Dental Implants?
I am in complete removable dentures now, but am saving up to get dental implants. It is likely going to take me a while. Is there a time where it becomes too late to get dental implants? Marv Dear Marv, There isn’t really a time when it is too late to get dental implants. However, […]
Dentist Wants My Son to Remove all His Teeth
I have a 23-year-old son who is a recovering drug addict. He’s done really well the last six months and now I’m working to help him get his teeth back under control. As a result, he’s lost quite a few teeth. I want to get him dental implants for those and do what we can […]
Dental Insurance for Dental Implants
I’m losing my teeth and have been looking at my options. I think I’d like to get dental implants but wondered if dental insurance would cover them? Benjamin Dear Benjamin, You’ve picked the best tooth replacement option. Dental implants are the closest thing to having your healthy natural teeth back. As for dental insurance, they […]
Why Dentures Cause Facial Collapse
I’ve had a lifetime of problems with my teeth. Two days ago I went to my dentist and told him I just want him to remove all my teeth and for him to make me dentures. He told me it was a horrible idea and at my age, my face would collapse. I’m just so […]
Dentist said I can’t get implants
I can’t wear my dentures anymore because of losing too much jawbone. Now my dentist is telling me I can’t get implants for the same reason. What’s a gal to do? Genniene H. – Pennsylvania Genniene, You’re in a difficult situation, but it’s not impossible. Did your dentist tell you about bone grafting? A qualified […]