I forgot to mention for those who do not have a choice and must have all their teeth out for what ever reason...do consider what some refer to as "fixed" dentures. A series of implants are put in the top and lower jaw sufficient to hold the new denture. Probably 4-6 in each jaw...many can do it with 4.
The denture, especially for the top is nothing ,ore than a row of teeth in the pink looking gum material that that is attatched to the implants. The real biggie for old style denture wearers is there is no big old chunk of plastic covering the roof of the mouth. The bottom is secured the same way.
Big advantages? With the roof of the mouth open as natural eating becomes almost as with real teeth. They are in permanently....no more taking them out at night or when ever. Yes there is more personal maintenance with tooth brush and water pick....but those who have them are more than happy to do the required maintenance.
These "fixed" dentures including the implants become a very pricey investment. Our family member chose to go this way and worked out some kind of arrangements to pay for it. Now 3 years hence she would tell you she would do it again at 3 times the price.
If you have to do it at least give this option a look......it may well be the best investment of your life.
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