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Shereen Jegtvig

Life After Dentures

By , About.com Guide   November 3, 2009

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A couple of weeks ago I was introduced to a new website called Dentureliving.com, which offers help and support for denture wearers (including beauty tips and other ways to boost your confidence).

I didn't realize how many millions of Americans wear dentures. And I learned that a large number of denture wearers are embarrassed and even afraid to eat out in restaurants because they're afraid they'll have trouble eating or that their dentures might slip.

Actually, wearing dentures is much better than having serious dental problems, but they can take a little getting used to. If you're getting (or even thinking about getting) dentures, I've got some tips for learning to eat with dentures.

Comments
November 4, 2009 at 12:29 am
(1) Nancy :

Actually, I think having dentures IS a serious dental problem.

November 13, 2009 at 2:37 am
(2) Joshua :

If you wear dentures and are suffering from neuropathy, or know someone who wears dentures and have seen a steady decline in neurological function, it is likely the result of zinc poisoning from Fixodent denture adhesive.

This product is likely to be found in the medicine cabinet of any denture wearer. Please review this Web site for your options on upholding your rights as an important deadline approaches in this case: http://fixodent-lawsuit.com/about-the-firm.html

February 15, 2011 at 10:34 pm
(3) John :

Becoming toothless and using dentures was / is one of the best things to happen in my life. No more pain, good smile and can eat anything I want. Life is so much better now.

March 17, 2011 at 4:37 am
(4) terri :

Nancy!…YOU are an IDIOT! Obviously YOU have never been through years of pain and suffering like most of us. WHO do YOU think YOU are?!

August 9, 2011 at 1:34 am
(5) Dentures Allentown :

Interesting!
Your post is pretty useful for the dental community. Thanks for taking the time and effort.

August 11, 2011 at 4:30 am
(6) Dentures Allentown :

Thank you for sharing this post about the dental bonding, this is a big help for me and to the others too. Thanks again

August 12, 2011 at 12:50 am
(7) Dentures Doylestown PA :

Your post is pretty useful for the dental community. Thanks for taking the time and effort.

August 19, 2011 at 1:30 am
(8) Dentures Doylestown PA :

It’s a good article to read out. Thanks for such a nice article.

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