Back again! Postponed appointment for extractions and partial denture

[RustyRebecca]

My appointment for two extractions and immediate partial denture was postponed until after Christmas, It will be this Thursday at 10.30.
So I built up for the Xmas appointment, only to have it postponed and the same fears are resurfacing, mostly relating to the appointment and the adjustment afterwards.
I suffer from anxiety, agoraphobia, trauma and depression and so this adds to difficulties that I have every day.
I think I am just asking for any tips at all or advice for coping with this (what I see) as a significant life event change. I can't have an implant, it has to be a partial denture. For 5 teeth. It looks like this. Does that look big and hard to adjust to?
But anyway, any advice and encouragement is much appreciated. Thank you
And Happy New Year

 

[Enarete]

Hey Rebecca,

so sorry to read about your appointment being postponed. I know how exhausting it is to prepare mentally for a certain date and then having it postponed. I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for you for Thursday.
Don't have own experience with dentures, but many here do and from reading it can take some time to adjust, but you'll be fine. Here are some resources you may find helpful:

Dentures FAQ

Top tips for new denture wearers! Find out about different types of dentures and how to deal with "teething problems".

www.dentalfearcentral.org

Getting used to dentures

Hi, I have visited a dentist as a result of a story I read here. Thanks! I tend to get shaky when I sit in the chair, but after the embarassement I get from my current teeth, I am resigned and actually looking forward to getting treatment! 1994 was the last time I visited...Perhaps this is a...

www.dentalfearcentral.org

All the best wishes, good luck on Thursday and keep us posted!

 

[RustyRebecca]

@Enarete Thank you