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Question:  I am currently biting my tongue w/ my old dentures after having a stroke ,should i get new dentures?

Jan 11, 2012 11:28 am

Discomfort with your tongue laying or hitting against the inside of a lower denture can happen. It can be adjusted by your dentist. If after adjustment you still feel that your tongue is being “squeezed” by the denture please seek an opinion by a prosthodontist. To locate a prosthodontist near you visit www.gotoapro.org

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Question:  I have had dentures for 40+ years. Within the past two years, I have had mini implants to assist in keeping my lower denture in place. My upper denture has become extremely moist (sticky). Is there a way that the upper denture can have cuts put in the middle to allow moisture to drain ? When I first put the upper denture in place, it fits quite tight. Then the moisture takes over and it causes it to be loose.

Jan 11, 2012 11:27 am

You may want to seek the care of a prosthodontist, a dentist with three years of training beyond dental school who specializes in the care and maintenance of dentures. To locate a prosthodontist near you visit www.gotoapro.org.

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Question:  6 months ago I had all my teeth extracted by a dentist that puts in european dentures I still have temptrory dentures, how long does it take to get the permanent european dentures.

Jan 11, 2012 11:27 am

The final dentures are made when you have completely healed from the extractions. Your dentist will evaluate your healing and let you know when it is time to begin the new dentures. You will have to discuss the length of time to have the "European" dentures made with your dentist since this is not common practice. You may want to seek the care of a prosthodontist, a dental specialist with three years of additional training in the restoration and replacement of teeth, including dentures. To find a prosthodontist near you visit www.gotoapro.org.

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Question:  I have had upper dentures since May of 2011. I had or have gum disease and after pulling all my top teeth the dentist says i may not be able to wear them because my gums are receading. I cannot keep them in even with polident, fixodent or anything else. If i eat they come loose and i have to take them out. Is there anything that will hold them in.

Jan 11, 2012 11:26 am

Gum recession is a result of periodontal disease or possible treatment to remove diseased tissue. Prosthodontists work with periodontists to help patients with periodontal disease live comfortably. While it may not be possible to replace gums that reveal long teeth and roots, a prosthodontist can help to preserve your remaining teeth and gums when working side by side with the periodontist. You may want to seek the care of a prosthodontist, a dental specialist with three years of additional training in the restoration and replacement of teeth, including dentures. To find a prosthodontist near you visit www.gotoapro.org.

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Question:  I am about ready to consider dentures. I will need lowers first. What questions should I ask my dentist?

Jan 11, 2012 11:25 am

You may want to seek the care of a prosthodontist, a dental specialist with three years of training beyond dental school in the care and maintenance of dentures. To find a prosthodontist near you visit www.gotoapro.org.

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Question:  I am used to chewing ice. Can I continue with my dentures? Thanks, Ronda.

Jan 11, 2012 11:24 am

When you first get your dentures focus on eating foods that are soft and don’t require much chewing like scrambled eggs, baked potatoes and pasta. As you become adjusted to the dentures and you learn how to adjust your tongue to help hold the denture in place, add some other foods. Just remember to let your knife and fork start the chewing process for you by cutting your food into small bites. Then chew on both sides of your mouth using the back teeth only. A small amount of denture adhesive may help hold your dentures in place or you may want to consider dental implants for ultimate security.

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