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Posts for Category: Dentures

Is My Denture In the Right Place?

I am having a hard time with my dentures. They do not cover the area where I have my wisdom teeth were and I am chewing on my gums. My dentist seems to not think this is a problem. Am I wrong in thinking that they should cover this area? If I am, is there […]

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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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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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