New Implant Dentures, and I Don’t Enjoy Eating Anymore
Last September, I received implant dentures that were so uncomfortable. The denture teeth are too big, they don’t align, and my bite is off. I don’t look forward to eating anymore because chewing and swallowing food is difficult. I’ve had to stop accepting dinner invitations with friends because it’s so embarrassing and gross to choke […]
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How Can I Find a Dentist for Implants If I Can’t Afford Them?
I cannot afford dental implants, not even if I had a five-year payment plan. I’m a young single mom who was neglected in childhood. By the time I could see a dentist, my teeth were wrecked. Now, I’m a young mom, but my husband and I are just getting by. Within the next two years, […]
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Is Extracting All Teeth My Only Option for Severe Gum Disease?
I completed two scaling and root planing visits in October. At my follow-up, the hygienist noted improvement—my gums looked pinker, and my deepest pocket measured 9 mm. My dentist recommended that I see a periodontist for ongoing care, which I did about three weeks later. That visit left me confused and discouraged. The periodontist measured […]
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