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Lexie35
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Waiting to go in for my cleaning. While waiting, I booked my appointment for my extractions. March 23. Now I'm panicking... gulp.
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Hi Lexie, are you getting the lower front pull because of periodontal disease? Are you getting a partial, implants as part of the treatment plan?
You’re a brave person, Lexie, and you’re going to do very well with your extractions. I admire your attitude of wanting to get it done and over so you can free up more space in your life for enjoyment. What a positive outlook you have. All will be well, and we will be here for support and a big pat on the back and hug when all is done!
Alas, I was one that ignored oral hygiene. They are being removed due to periodontal disease. I was told I need to go in regularly. I may be one of the lucky ones that have to go in every 4 months for a cleaning to keep the plaque under control. I had a lot of buildup under the gums. I was going to get a fixed bridge but my dentist told me that the teeth that it would need to be attached to, also have some bone loss so unless I absolutely will come in like clockwork, she said she wouldn't recommend it. So I'm just getting a partial. I do plan on keeping up with my oral health though. I'm waiting until next month to get the partial though due to insurance so I'm not getting an immediate denture. Also, my hygienist said that my gums on the left side look really good since the treatment. I also jumped up & down like a school girl. I'm trying hard. I still slip with the flossing. But my gums only bleed with the teeth that need to be extracted.
My lower front also gives me fits most of my life. I have a lot of bone loss there as well. I have no idea how long they will hold. I am praying 5-10 years or more. I am just in my mid 30s. My gums are firm and doesn't bleed when brushing after the deep cleaning. I go in every 4 months like you do to keep it under control. What I find best is to brush within 30 minutes after a meal, then water floss to remove the plaque that is left behind on the gumline. The water floss cannot clean in between the teeth so I do regular flossing at night. My dentist tells me to use warm salt water rinses each night. I cannot get use to the mouthwash with alcohol. It burns and the aftertaste is horrendous.
Have you chosen the type of partial you'll be getting yet? I heard mixed results, some like the flexible valplast . Some likes the metal clapse but it will show for a front partial. There's so little information out there on partial denture. It's either full or implants as replacements when I do some searching.
Lexie, I remember your first posts here and how you felt at the beginning of your journey and it feels like you are at an entirely different place now. It sounds like your dental team finally managed to earn your trust and also that you can much clearly define what you need to be able to get through the treatment and where the stress points might be. I also remember how long you were putting off the extractions and now, you sound dedicated and ready to get it done, despite anxiety. You are doing amazing and it's a pleasure to read about your progress. Very well done and I can't wait for your further posts. All the best for 23th!
Those chair are not comfortable at all, especially with those lights above. Are the lower front teeth you getting extracted lose? With bone loss and all.
If they're wobbly, it should be an easier extraction for the dentist. Are you getting immediate partials?