NHS TREATMENT

[Natzuk]

Hello

Just wondering if a dentist or anyone can help ?
I’ve found a NHS practice they have taken my details and said once I have had my surgery and my mouth has healed, book an appointment take it from there .
So am wondering will they be able too help me with bridges ? I have a few missing teeth at the bottom sides , and upper back .
Would I be a candidate for that ? I just want too at least feel a bit better as it’s having a big impact on me and I’m willing too go through the process no matter how difficult or stressful it is .

Thanks

 

[Gordon]

Sorry but probably not. Bridges are technically available under the NHS but the fees to the dentist for making them are a total joke so almost nobody will do them... having said that replacing multiple missing teeth isn't really a good option for bridgework.

 

[Natzuk]

@Gordon what’s my options?

I hardly speak or show anyone my mouth which isn’t good at all . I’m even going down the route of getting a loan out so what would they do for me ? Can they do partial dentures

 

[Gordon]

Partial dentures probably, they can be made to look very natural. implants might be possible if you can afford them, it's hard to say for sure without seeing you.

 

[Natzuk]

@Gordon thanks yes partial dentures I’m really hoping for . Wouldn’t be able too afford implants but I’d really happy with partial dentures . Honestly I’d be very grateful even if they are NHS because I really am struggling.Thanks for the help will keep everyone updated post surgery and when i visit the new dentist with what they say .
Fingers crossed because this will help me so much .

 

[Gordon]

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

Lots of useful info in this FAQ

 

[Natzuk]

@Gordon thanks !

Another question can dentures be done without impressions ? So basically because I already have missing teeth can they still do the partial dentures ?
Thanks

 

[Gordon]

No. You'd need fresh impressions after any extractions or fillings are done.
Partial dentures are designed to replace a few missing teeth.

 

[Natzuk]

@Gordon so once my mouth has healed shall I see the dentist and then get them too do the impressions?
Oh no I thought I could have them done with the teeth I have already lost ?

 

[Gordon]

Yes, that's the best way to do it.

 

[Natzuk]

@Gordon an appointment booked for the 4th of September and she said that they like too wait 3months then do the impressions.

I feel excited that soon or in a few months I’ll have extra teeth and it will make me feel a lot better!

Thanks for all the help
Will update after the surgery

Thanks

 

[Gordon]

Good luck!

 

[Natzuk]

@Gordon thanks very much !
Pre op all done although didn’t have my bloods done ?
Scared but needs too be done
Thanks !