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LissaK
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I'm 50 years old and other than having a few teeth pulled in my 20's, I've never been to a dentist.
In January, I'll have dental insurance for the first time in my life. I'm terrified and utterly embarrassed for anyone, including a dentist, to see the extent of my problem. Currently, every upper tooth and all but three of my lower teeth are broken off at the gum line. No one, not even my family or my boyfriend, know how bad my mouth is. I've become an expert at hiding the truth. I use plastic teeth that are used by most to temporarily cover a missing tooth. I have basically created my own dentures with the plastic teeth and thermal fitting beads. My lower teeth are much harder fake. I'm currently using the fitting beads that I mold around my gums so that I can eat. Unfortunately, the fitting beads stain easily and I spend hours upon hours making teeth. I don't know what to say when I make my first appointment. I'm beyond embarrassed and scared to death for someone to actually see my mouth. There's nothing left to save and I'll be happy to have real dentures. I just don't know how to present myself, to even the receptionist, without becoming sick. I'll gladly accept any suggestions. Thank you.
In January, I'll have dental insurance for the first time in my life. I'm terrified and utterly embarrassed for anyone, including a dentist, to see the extent of my problem. Currently, every upper tooth and all but three of my lower teeth are broken off at the gum line. No one, not even my family or my boyfriend, know how bad my mouth is. I've become an expert at hiding the truth. I use plastic teeth that are used by most to temporarily cover a missing tooth. I have basically created my own dentures with the plastic teeth and thermal fitting beads. My lower teeth are much harder fake. I'm currently using the fitting beads that I mold around my gums so that I can eat. Unfortunately, the fitting beads stain easily and I spend hours upon hours making teeth. I don't know what to say when I make my first appointment. I'm beyond embarrassed and scared to death for someone to actually see my mouth. There's nothing left to save and I'll be happy to have real dentures. I just don't know how to present myself, to even the receptionist, without becoming sick. I'll gladly accept any suggestions. Thank you.