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Posts for Tag: problems with dentures

Dental Implants and Gum Disease

I’ve been dealing with some gum disease. I’ve also lost two teeth from severe decay. I am hoping that I can replace those teeth with dental implants. My dentist says I am at risk of losing additional teeth as well. I’ve read dentures are not a good option, even though they cost a lot less. […]

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How to Prevent Facial Collapse with Dentures?

I am only in my late thirties and was recently diagnosed with a severe calcium deficiency. I am undergoing treatment. My teeth have always been a struggle for me and my dentist said that the calcium deficiency means I might as well give up and have all my teeth extracted and get dentures. I have […]

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Is It Too Late To Get Dental Implants

I have had dental implants for a little over ten years. I finally have some money and wondered if it is too late for me to get dental implants. Mine haven’t been fitting well lately anyway so this seems like the perfect time. Have you had any experience with patients in my situation? Dave Dear […]

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Too Young for Dentures

I am only 30 years old but have really tragic teeth. They’ve always been a problem even though I take care of them. Lately, it seems like my dentist has no interest in fixing my teeth and just suggests pulling them and getting partial dentures. At this rate, I’ll be in full dentures by the […]

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Is There a Soft Denture?

I have a denture, but the hard upper plate is making life miserable for me. Is there such a thing as a soft denture? Kat Dear Kat, While there is such a thing as a soft liner, there isn’t a pliable soft denture yet. The reason for that is the upper appliance has to be […]

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