Tips for getting used to wearing dentures
Do you have new dentures? Then the problems are already known. The pain because a new prosthesis has to 'set,' eating baby food, not being able to talk like you used to and being ashamed of that different 'look.' You may even think about living as a hermit for a while. Then take comfort. You can get used to everything. Even dentures! Before that, you have to get used to the new prosthesis. That's quite a job. And maybe even a traumatic experience that you would rather not think about later. The dentist has probably overloaded you with advice, such as 'persevere,' 'willpower,' and 'persistence.' Well… if your dentures hurt so much at the beginning that you preferably want to give them a swipe toward the other corner of the room. Getting used to that strange round mouth full of artificial teeth is physically and mentally the most difficult. Mirror To get used to your own reflection, it is wise to regularly stand in front of the mirror. ...