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Denture advice

Phil3822 · 2008-04-10 13:06:54

Hi all. My partner last year had all her teeth removed other than her two front ones and a fang type on at the top plus a few front ones remaining on the bottom row. This was done via the NHS due to rapid decay, not sure of the long term reasons. She now has a full plate top denture and bottom denture. They're the plastic…

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Toothsmith Posts: 10,117 Forumite

28 April 2008 at 7:59AM

kats53 wrote: »

Yes he did, but you always think that its because they are new that they don't feel right and you have to give them a chance. Also its really difficult to tell at the try in stage what they really look like as your sitting looking in a hand mirror trying in a denture that is not finished, when you finally get them and go home thats when you see what you really look like.

That's the time to have your husband, or a close friend in the surgery with you. Most dentists would be happy to allow this - some even encourage it.

How to find a dentist.
1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.
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