MAKING DENTURES: DENTAL IMPRESSIONS
You have had your denture consultation and now you’re ready to have a new denture made – exciting! So where does your Denturist begin? With impressions.
HOW CAN I GET THROUGH MY IMPRESSIONS WITHOUT GAGGING?
Ask most patients about their least favourite part of having a denture reline or a new denture made, and chances are they will mention impressions – and the gag reflex they tend to trigger. But don’t stress out about impressions – there are ways to manage a strong gag reflex!
New Denture Difficulties and How to Overcome Them
Whether you’re getting your first denture or you’ve been wearing dentures for years, most patients will experience some difficulties when adjusting to a new denture. Happily, these problems can be managed and in most cases overcome.
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Reducing dental appointment anxiety for patients with Alzheimer’s
January is Alzheimer Awareness Month
Appointments with health care practitioners are a routine part of life for any person with Alzheimer’s. However, like all changes to that person’s routine, they can also trigger anxiety. If you provide care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, here are some things you can do to create less stressful and more successful experiences during Denturist appointments.
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Adjusting to immediate dentures doesn’t happen immediately
While immediate dentures are a welcome treatment option for many patients, your body will initially not respond so enthusiastically. Thankfully, these responses can be anticipated, adjusted to, and overcome with time, persistence, and practice.
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