Denture Implants: My 6 Month Update

[@karengreene4476]

I've been a Dental Hygienist for 46 years and I think your new teeth look great. You were wise to have a few "flaws" built in because that does make them more natural. I'm so glad you had a dentist and periodontist who worked so closely and personally with you.

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

Wow, thank you! You guys are unsung hero's! hahaha People are always so scared of the dentist, I fell in love with the entire staff there. And the things that you guys can do blows me away! hahaha

[@jazziez6467]

dental hygienist told me to get a little sore in 2021 or whatever it was on my lip looked at, i ignored her a few cleanings but she kept dwelling on it and the dentist never even mentioned it. Well i went to dermatologist like she said and they froze it 2 times in one visit. Ok, thought that went good. Well it scabbed over to 3 years and bled so bad ever day that if i wasn't retired i wouldn't have been able to go to work. It bled all over the floor in my house when I didn't have time to grab a napkin. I tell you if they ever bring in one of those lights it will look like a murder scene. Anyways this March 2024, i saw her again and she asked whats wrong with your lip since it was bleeding that a.m. before my visit and i told her how i went to derm. like she asked me and this was the outcome. She said you need it cut off in March. I cried on the way home and on Easter I asked God for a miracle. Well it started healing after that, in Sept I saw her and she said oh I see you got that cut off and I replied NO way. I have a tiny red spot but it is basically healed. Thank you God.

[@Pamela-B]

Our 31 year old son just made his last payment on full-mouth denture implants. He lost the majority of his teeth due to neglect & addiction. But he’s come a long way and paid for it 100% himself. He didn’t want us to help & saved for 4 years all while living on his own. (It was $30,000!) We’re so very proud of him. My heart melted into a puddle when he smiled big for the first time in almost 10 years. 🥹☺️ I worked in the dental field for 30 years (retired now) so I find the process very interesting. Your teeth look great! Thank you for sharing your story. Bless you ❤❤❤

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

GOD BLESS HIM! Wow!!!! What a redemption and restoration story he has! I hope he loves his new smile!

[@immasista6537]

Congratulations to your son 😊

[@shellyburris5918]

I'm happy for your son and thankful he has recovered 🙏 🙌

[@jazziez6467]

highway robbery at its finest

[@nikolhyack1832]

That's a really good deal $30,000 I know that sounds crazy to say that about teeth, I looked into it I have them and I was looking at 45 to 60,000, paid somewhere in between that😢

[@mysteryaboundsinchaos4181]

I got my dentures about 8 yrs ago and i do not use denture adhesive. If your dentist has a good lab, dentures should not require adhesive. Just wanted to let your viewers know that dentures don't mean denture adhesive if they fit correctly. I love your laugh and your smile is BEAUTIFUL! Your speech is great and will continue to improve. The more you practice the better it'll be. Your dental team is incredible! I'd just started following you when the accident occurred. You are a WARRIOR! ❤ God bless!

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

thank you!!!!! and thanks for mentioning that! I think too they talked to me about adding this soft....like a padding in your dentures....I had temp dentures that were way too big and would not stay in my mouth, even with adhesive....but I have a LOT of bone/gum issues and I was a hard case. Why can't I win the lottery like that? hahahaha

[@julianokleby1448]

@@TheKneadyHomesteader I'm 4 yrs. older than you, and have had dentures for around 10 yrs I think (dates are hard for me, maybe longer). I have the glue-in kind and when my doctor took out my teeth, he told me I would eventually need the implants because I have almost no bone there for them to sit on/attach to. I will have to have cadaver bone put in first, and after that heals, then they can do the implants but they said that will be several months down the road after that surgery. I don't know if you can use regular dentures temporarily until the post holes heal up or not? It's very cost prohibitive though. I will have to stick with the glue until we can save up the money for implants. I have always been curious how those work. It would be nice to not have to re-glue them every time I eat! Does anything get stuck under your bottom denture when you bite down with the implants or do they snap in tight enough you won't bite down on a sesame seed and have it send you to the moon and back in pain? I also had to have the bone scraping surgery because when they were taking my teeth out, the jawbone around them shattered and kept coming to the surface (which feels like a sliver in your jaw). I am still praying for you too!!

[@tmrodriguez2517]

Adhesive depends on how much bone loss there has been. I have to use adhesive all the time.

[@faukerconsulting835]

​@@tmrodriguez2517🙋🏻‍♀️I have 35+ years of dental experience and care and everything Heather has gone through in her journey... ☝🏻IF you need to use denture adhesive if any kind whether it be paste or pads or powder, you MUST see a dental professional or "Prosthodontist"!!! Dentures are not meant to exceed 5-10 years each set you have made...it's important for you to have them examined annually because an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure as your mouth changes whether you realize it or not and women are even more prone to bone loss. ALL dentures need to be religned and until it happens you just won't understand how well they should fit!!! ALSO...when your teeth are removed and dentures are immediately replacing teeth those are NOT a final denture, it is an intermediate denture, and you should expect to pay for a final set in ~12-18 months later once everything has healed and shrunk to the final form.

[@michelleblackburn8071]

@@mysteryaboundsinchaos4181 I dont use it either, had my top ones now for 5 years

[@mayasilliman1465]

I must say, and I know you went through a heck of a lot Heather, but you look great. I doubt the majority of people could even tell that you wear implants. You are an uplifting woman. I love your quirkiness and love of life. (my surgical appointment is now less than 2 weeks away and you give me strength to face it). Stay as nice as you are and with God's help, you have become larger than a mere You Tuber to all of us.

[@lorisusanelroy5225]

Dearest Heather, I commend your honesty and bravery, you are beautiful inside and out, with or without your dentures and I enjoy just listening to your voice no matter what the subject. Your speech is fine and your smile is genuine and your giggle is sweet and uplifting and optimistic.

[@daphnemalinsky3596]

I found you after your accident. I was so impressed by the love you got from your community and all of the videos that were made on your behalf. So much love! ❤️ I thought you did great without your teeth. I remember my grandfather taking his teeth out and how hard it was to understand him. I never had an issue understanding you! I’m so happy you found the perfect teeth situation for you and that you are out of that pain. You made me cry when you said you just wanted them to look like you!😭 I personally think you speak and look perfect!!

[@joycemiraglia280]

✍Hello Heather...I was a subscriber before your accident and just still am amazed how well you've survived all that you and your body went through. You've got such a great attitude and really believe God carried you the whole way through your healing and still has kept His Healing Hands on you 🙏 You looked nice even without teeth much better than most. Praise God for great specialists who worked with you to get you nice looking and comfortable teeth. Thank You for sharing your dental journey with us. Good Night😴 God Bless LuvYa! Bye from Ohio🌹

[@susanne60]

I just recently found your channel. I love your bright, bubbly, Spirit led personality! God bless, and thank you for being such an inspiration to us all.

[@Val-d2o]

Good Lord youve been through a lot....God bless you and your family! I lost my husband yrs ago...praying for you.

[@gloryanna365]

You never cease to amaze me! Thank you for sharing what is hard to make it easier for others!!!! God bless you!

[@elizabethblau7182]

Thank you for sharing such a personal part of yourself. You look BEAUTIFUL!!! Your teeth look GREAT!! GOD BLESS YOU!!!❤😊❤😊

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

thank you!!!!! being vulnerable, sharing your struggles and insecurities.....it really does help connect us on a deeper, more real level. I am learning to let that ego go! hahaha

[@MouseToes]

Dental implants have truly made super heroes out of Dentists. As with your Dentist I have seen Dentists determined to find a way to give a patient a vibrant smile, functioning teeth and eliminate their oral agony. I am SO happy for you that this has finally resulted in your lack of pain and sistah' YOU LOOK FABULOUS!

[@malindabredeson6743]

I am also a widow. I lost my husband to kidney cancer in 2013. We were addicts up to 9 mths before he passed. I celebrate 12 yrs next month. I have implants and dentures. I love ur journey and ur new smile. God bless u ❤

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

Oh Sis......so so sorry for the lost of your beloved......but I am happy for your sobriety! LOOK AT YOU GO!!!! He would be so proud of you, I bet. Grief of your other half, there is nothing like it. I am so sorry you have had to grow yourself around a shattered heart. So much love to you.

[@lisaosterfulton5001]

I was amazed by your video! It was so transparent and brave of you to show us your implants and how they work. I had always wondered about them! Thank you so much for sharing with us your real life experience. Your dentures look beautiful! You are beautiful and a beautiful soul! ❤

[@sharonalley1188]

You are a walking - talking miracle !! To GOD be the glory! HE has a plan for you!! ❤

[@TheAvocadoMan]

You are SO BEAUTIFUL, Sis!!! The teeth, your face and hair! And your Light that so shines before mankind that we might give the glory to God! Thank you for sharing! So. Brave. Sis! Keep up the good works!!

[@ellieadams1124]

Oh my goodness I am so very sorry for your loss, what you have been through. Giant hugs dear sweet lady. I had weight loss surgery in 2001, I did lose 220 pounds in 18 months. I have very have many deficiencies including calcium and yes like you my thyroid takes my calcium because I am so low. I have had to have iron iv’s and b12 injections, I take copper and zinc, the list is endless. Anyway about 12 years in I developed uncontrollable acid, I went to 9 GI specialist in 18 months and the U of M hospital and no one could help me. Fast forward 10 years later and the acid has eaten my teeth away they just crumble and I need teeth but I do not know what to do and what I can do afford. God Bless you dear sweet lady. I too never smile with my mouth open, I have a tiny mouth. I think about it every minute of every day, I work in a very professional field. I appreciate you so very much. Giant Hugs and Many Blessings Michelle

[@prayerwarrior424]

Not many would be kind enough to relive their pain in order to help others. You are very special and a blessing to so many💕💕💕 Thank you

[@putthecandleback9]

You are the sweetest and bravest beautiful woman. Bless you. Your teeth look extremely natural and very very You! ❤️

[@TheonewhomJesusloves895]

Heather, i love how you share everything with us, from your teeth, to your markers, to your hair and all you go through 💗. Love you!!!!!

[@JW-es5un]

Heather thank you for sharing your journey. YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL INSIDE & OUT. Teeth or no teeth. I hope this doesn’t make you cry. I am sorry if this comment does. Darling you & the kids seem to be Healing not just physically but Mentally & Emotionally your journey has been so so hard. But Amazingly Yall sound like you are doing better. I’m so Grateful that GOD placed a GODLY LOVING MAN in your lives. This is from what I have been seeing on your videos. you have shared with us & how you are more & more comfortable & seem so BUBBLY & HAPPY again. I can hear Mason & Nina in some videos chatting & laughing in the background. I LOVE THIS. GOD BLESS from West Central Indiana Farmland

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

THANK YOU!!!! That did make me cry, but happy tears. It's been a long, almost 4 years. Lot's of grief therapy, lots of time spent in our Bibles, lots of love. Thats the only thing that can glue back a shattered heart....the glue is love!

[@makingitwithmaudie]

Thank you for sharing this. I’m 43 and have top dentures. Mine are not the permanent ones, and because of my extreme fear of dentists and my finances, I never went back and got the bottom denture or the top permanent. I was 39 when I got them. I’m so glad you were able to get snap in dentures. That is my dream. Mine flip in and out and I have to re-glue them multiple times a day. It’s been an adjustment but I’m thankful I have something at least. This was very encouraging to me. I’ve prayed for you since the accident and I’m so glad to see you doing as well as you are despite all you have been through. You are an inspiration 🤍

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

oh I pray that my story is an encouragement for you.....I know finding a great dentist can be so hard, walking into a dental office, you feel so vulnerable! Something about oral care, is intense. Scary. I am cheering you on and pray you can find someone who is gentle and tender and can make you feel safe in that chair! So much love to you!

[@makingitwithmaudie]

@ Thank you so much! 🤍

[@andreacooley9428]

My sister just had all her teeth removed on Tuesday this week. She got the dentures without implants. She thought about the implants but was concerned about the implants causing infection later on. Your smile is absolutely beautiful, Heather❤

[@JeannieMitchellMyers]

Praise God for your healing and for all who were there for you!

[@susanh1235]

You are such a beautiful person, inside & outside. Blessings

[@rosanna8468]

Heather , your outside beauty is just as lovely as your inside beauty.!💕 Thank you for being so real and sharing to help others.🙏 I have watched your channel for a very long time your a great teacher and inspiration .. Thank you 💞

[@NotMister]

You have come such a long way emotionally, physically and Spiritually, you are such an inspiration and encouragement . ♥ Love your joy.

[@AmyLouiseDens]

Heather, I admire your candid sharing and your bravery. God bless you, dear

[@marynyhof6916]

You sweet, sweet girl!!! You are so precious!!!!

[@RepentAndBelieve1437]

Myyy gosh my heart broke when I heard about the accident and losing your husband tht way💔🥺 Edit: your teeth look amazing, your smile lights up any room! HALLELUYAH to all that you said more so towards the end when you were freaking out if it was the right decision etc. Learning to trust GOD etc. HALLELUYAH maybthe LORD BE GLORIFIED!🙌🏼👑💝

[@kewpiefan72]

You are such a kind and giving person! Kudos to you to show and share everything you’ve been through in order to make it easier on us! You’re an exceptional human being!

[@reesnaza9110]

Grieving is such a spot on word for tooth loss. I’m in the midst of deciding if it will be implants or dentures. Thank you for sharing.

[@sandypratt581]

I started watching your videos just before the accident. What a journey you've had to endure. So glad that you are achieving a new "normal". You look great!

[@SandiFischer]

When i was 26 a drunk driver hit us and all my teeth were fractured and I had to have them all removed, that was many years ago, i am 61 now, they did not do bone grafting back then and no implants back then, because no bone grafting was done, my jaw is now as think as a piece of paper and at risk for breaking, abd means i also cannot hace implants because of how thin my jaw is, they say once it breaks then they will take bone from my hips and graft it onto my jaw, and then they will do a couple implants to anchor my dentures, i feel you though, i have never not had problems with my dentures, constant soreness, constantly applying polygrip, its always something, so glad you are through the worst and healing, and you look beautiful xo

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

oh my heart! I am so very sorry you had to endure all of that......thankfully dentistry has just gotten better and better over the years, I can not imagine how hard all of that must have been. Drunk driving is infuriating, because it is a choice! So sorry you were a victim too. :(

[@SandiFischer]

❤

[@Tricia1969]

You look great! I just found your channel about two months ago and think you are a beautiful person. I'm beginning to have problems with my teeth. I've had receding gums for years and have tried to take care of them. Had braces at abe 35, I'm 75 now, and I couldn't have implants because of bone loss. I would have to have a lot of work done to build up bone. I'm too old to go through so much. I guess I'll have to go to dentures eventually, but hopefully, I can keep my teeth until I go to be with the Lord. I also have an autoimmune disease which attacks your joints and teeth. I'm a retired RN and remember when implants were being developed at The Cleveland Clinic Hospital where I worked in the late 70s. God Bless you

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

the fact that you are 70 and have your own teeth is incredible! Way to go!!!!! My dad is 74 and still has his too..... bone loss is the worst! I bet you have a gorgeous smile, Tricia!!!! God bless you, sweet Mama!

[@maryd253]

I love the genuinely good person you are. Your bubbly personality comes across so well on KZbin. 👍 I have one dental implant in top front and then the other five teeth fixed. I had an accident at 12 and have always been self conscious. I had my teeth done 2018 and can’t stop smiling and love my photos of me. I told my dentist that it’s been a game changer. Keep smiling!

[@methadonefreeiamNiki]

71 denture wearer 6 years now...very unworkable..lost weight..ty for this

[@mikerichardson7053]

You are so sweet.You are a bright light in my day and you give me hope.

[@wildflowerprepper7337]

I remember hearing about that. Standish lady here. So glad you are doing better.

[@liap1293]

God bless you for making this video.

[@larisajeffrey2312]

You are a miracle. You have been on a long journey. Proud of your strength and faith in positivity. You have helped so many sharing your story of recovery. Hugs to you. Earth angels, in friends, family, doctors and your religion along with your birth angels. I do think of your husband and children. Blessed that your children recovered. Such a traumatic event. But look at how many are watching this now and all along.

[@lindal242]

Teeth or no teeth, you are beautiful! God bless!! ❤❤❤

[@klevesque]

She’s definitely a beautiful person with my eyes open or closed. ❤

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

😊 thank you, Linda! GOD Bless!!!!

[@jamiesmith3837]

Beautiful, you are talking very well. im 48 and have dentures have for 5 years and still can't wear them for longer than an hour. You sound like you don't wear any at all!! ❤🫶🙏

[@LipstickNsofrito]

Hi Sis!! Wow...its been 6 months already??!...time has gone by super fast....im so glad that alot of the struggles are behind you...you look so beautiful...you have endured so so much....you are the strongest person i know...May God continue to guide you...protect you and bless you....luv ya bunches!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@henrycooks1883]

I don’t know if it was ever mentioned to you but a speech therapist helps when you’ve had dental implants, my brother in law was hit directly in the face on a fishing boat, he went through the same process, bone loss was the worst of it, in the end a speech therapist helped a lot with exercises to help correct speech impediments. The cost, scary. I admire your strength Heather.

[@RebeccaMitchem]

Thank you so much for sharing something so personal. You are so positive. Your content lifts my spirits ❤ thank you.

[@laurajohnson9753]

Calcium leeching is horrible and an unfortunate consequence of trauma. I am so thankful you have found a solution for the loss of teeth. Thanks be to God you are here and recovering.

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

thank you Laura!!!!

[@rootsrocksfeathers1975]

You look radiant, sister! I'm glad the teeth and gums are healing nicely, they look great. God bless~Cynthia

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

Thank you, sweet mama!!!! Hey, you got a youtube name facelift! hahahaha

[@rootsrocksfeathers1975]

@@TheKneadyHomesteader Ah you mean that weird moniker/codename they gave us awhile back? I have no idea why they did that. I'm still Roots, Rocks & Feathers, trust me! KZbin games exhaust me, LOL

[@siriannification]

Aaahh sweetheart... Tears of joy you bring up for me. Ive followed you since B4 the accident. You were truly an inspiration before u having to go thru this. Im glad to receive this information as Im currently looking for options on my teeth.. dentists vs oral surgeons etc, Bless you beautiful girlie. much love

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

oh I wanna give you a big ole hug! Thanks for sticking with me all these years!

[@daunlinenberger8602]

My hubby has had dentures(top&bottom) for 23 years. When he gets excited he whistles.

[@Earthy-Artist]

You are one of the strongest, bravest, most confident, honest woman I know of. Thankyou for that reminder to always give all of our burdens to God, I sometimes forget to do that and struggle under the weight of my problems. You are not alone with having severe dental struggles, teeth have been the bane of my existence resulting from previous illness, and are a very emotional issue for me. I'm close to your age, I may wind up making the same choice you did eventually. Now I know what to expect. I'm so sick of X-ray radiation exposure and endless dental bills. I began to tell of my own traumatic dental story in this comment but it was very long, so I deleted it. Your teeth look great Heather and I'm so glad your happy with them! You look beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with me and others.

[@evarodriguez4319]

Your pronunciation is so good!!! Now, I have to close my eyes and focus really hard and still not hear any difference. You're doing great!!!

[@BeachKid74-ct2ob]

Thank you for this update! I have had you on my brain lately, I have a condition that is destroying my teeth and gums, and am considering this treatment…. I’m so thankful that you are doing so good!!! 🙏🏻💗🙏🏻

[@chilloften]

So interesting. Thank you for sharing. What you’ve been thru is so much. Peace be with you.

[@cherylsigler]

I just LIVE YOU * and the open Heart you have to Share so others can be in your good graces . I know I may need dentures eventually. I have some missing teeth. Most are in the back. But I have to wait . And see my options as well as money. So I am so glad you shared it’s like having a Big sister help you through the journey. So now I have a video to back to for help in the future. Your Dentist did a FANTASTIC JOB. Yes*** you look like yourself you CAN NOT notice the dentures all natural looking. I’m so glad you used your old photos. What a great idea. I hope when the time comes I’ll be just as lucky to have a Beautiful smile like yours. THANK YOU for sharing

[@KristinaL1698]

Dearest Heather, you are such an inspiration. I can’t even fathom the level of loss you’ve dealt with. Thank you for sharing your journey with us, most especially your testimony of “pressing into God” and putting your absolute trust and faith in Him.Thank you, also for sharing about the dentures. I need some implants, too (totally different reason), and didn’t know this kind was even a thing. I’ll be talking with my dentist and surgeon about all the options so I can choose what will be best for my situation. God bless you and your sweet family.

[@DeniseFiegel]

You are so special on Everything I do appreciate you sharing all you have bern threw. God has sent you for us to respect in his work. Bless you

[@pamelameyer4277]

You are so brave. Amazing. God bless you mightily today sweet heather

[@heidiweaver3944]

I love you girl. You have been giving me the inspiration to get my teeth done. I'm halfway there now. Just a few more months and I'll be done ❤

[@karencristobal4999]

That's teeth couture girl. I love your laugh. And - that generous, kind, earnest, loving spirit? You couldn't have a bad teeth day. You're beautiful!

[@DebHorner-ms6bf]

My son had his intake appointment with the dental office Friday to have his implants done. His esophagus failed a year ago, and because he had been throwing up, he has no enamel left on his teeth, and they've been breaking and falling out. I'm so grateful you have been transparent about this process, because I have an idea what he is about to experience. To top it off, he also has pretty significant autism. If I think about it next week, I will show him this video so he can see what is coming.

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

God bless him......and keep me posted on how he is doing. I had severe morning sickness with all 6 pregnancies, so I had dental issues to start with as well. Lord, cover this young man in your mighty right hand of protection! AMEN!

[@lindybloom5]

Hi sis. I’m happy to hear your update. You seem to be adjusting everyday. I’ve noticed how much better your speech has been. Sending you loads of prayers and love. ❤⭕️❌🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

awwww thanks, Lindy!!!!! So sweet of you!

[@BrightRiverSunset]

Thank you for sharing your journey and the inspiration and encouragement for us! God Bless!

[@lz8484]

You look so much younger! When you stated 51, 🙉 you look more like 31 !

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

Did we just become besties? I think we did! hahahaha Thank You!!!!

[@lz8484]

@TheKneadyHomesteader bless you girl, I've followed you way before the accident, that was heart breaking for all of us! You are so strong and your light is shining super bright ✨️✨️✨️

[@margaretmestas1481]

Rightttt- I thought the same exact thing when I first seen her as well!❤

[@kayesfavoritethings6745]

Heather! You are beautiful with or without teeth and what a sweet beautiful soul you have! Blessings and love to you! ❤

[@JaniceCrowell]

Your teeth are very beautiful. I had to have implants. I have all on 4 screwed in top and bottom. I now have a slight lisp. I’ve never had a lisp before in my entire life! It really took me by surprise. And when I smile I have a line between my upper lip and nose. My implants are screwed in. I have to have them removed periodically to clean them which does cost a LOT!

[@wendyburston3132]

You're looking really good Heather. 👍🇨🇦🙏

[@mikerichardson7053]

You look wonderful and I pray for you every day.❤❤❤ Unconditional love for you forever my dear.I can't imagine your pain😢

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

Thank you so much I really do appreciate it. The Lord has surrounded me with the most incredible warriors. SO much love to you, Mike!

[@LisaShankk]

Your teeth are beautifully done, what a great job they have done. You're a beautiful lady, and im sorry about your loss. Im a new sub to your channel. ❤❤❤

[@TeresaRaab-hb5co]

Oh my goodness! I'm a new subscriber and didn't know. Bless you all.

[@terriecrane1463]

Bless you, I am so sorry my husband has suffered for years and it breaks my heart we both were hurt. Douglas the worst, he was ran over by the car. So sorry, God is so good. I got a Beautiful plate but I wish I could have implants than for the money. Bless you and your heart, and your children. He is still suffering

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

oh goodness Terrie! I am so sorry! You and your hubby are walking miracles! Praise the Lord!!!!

[@eyem4freedom]

You are such an amazing woman. You are taking every trial, turning it around, being vulnerable and helping numerous other people. You are an angel. Bless you!

[@pattyvanbenthuysen4881]

I got mine done in May,had no problems, I haven't gone without teeth from day one

[@Sherry-oj8xk]

You are so beautiful! You radiate the Lord.

[@thetwooldpeeps3528]

I was 39 when I had to get a top denture, the teeth loosened up and so the only thing that could be done was to pull them and get a denture. I do still have my lower teeth but require a partial to replace back teeth. It’s very difficult to find not only a good dentist but to find one that uses a good lab, I have to use adhesive in my Denture I’ve also had them relined but still hey won’t stay in without adhesive, we use polygrip and it works wonderfully, also use the polident for soaking at night. At my age 66 I wouldn’t dream of getting implants now, too much of an expense, even with insurance, I believe our dental started covering a percentage of implants but probably not enough or it could be just for a single tooth that is missing. Your teeth and smile are beautiful, take care 🤗

[@marshared]

Thank you for sharing! Honestly you are beautiful with or without.

[@roselightcafe1754]

Oh sweetheart..... I'm so sorry you went thru ALL IF THAT ...✨💖✨ thank you for sharing your story......❤😢😊 Jesus loves you and he can heal you… But you know this…👍🏽🕊️

[@terriecrane1463]

Beautiful smile, I have seen people with out teeth, their smile lite up the room.

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

They do!!!!! I have a super soft spot now for folks without teeth, or missing teeth!

[@overyonder6032]

Hi, I love Yall, God bless you and your family

[@lindabradyhernandez7297]

I’m going thru this now. Thanks for sharing this!

[@shirleyvastine9328]

Heather, you are beautiful with or with out teeth, but having your complete smile ( and giggle) back is a gift to the world!! Your dentist is truly a Michelangelo of teeth sculpturing, making imperfections perfectly!! I understand how teeth can be such an issue with our impression of ourselves. I had my 4 front teeth knocked out in an accident when I was 3 yrs. old, and even though my adult teeth came in years later, I believe it stopped me from smiling. I have no pictures of me really smiling, for years, and I don't know if that's when my severe shyness kicked in. I'm 67 now, and still trying to get a good picture smile. Bless you for sharing your life journey, more ups than downs now, thank you God!!!❤

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

oh thank you, Shirley! You know, that happened to my second born son, Luke....he fell while playing in the backyard, bam face down on the cement, I snatched him up so fast, and his baby tooth fell out. I pushed it back in and ran him to the urgent care, and ended up saving his tooth! It was a bit discolored, but thankfully it was a baby tooth! It is crazy how trauma can change your smile forever...... I hold your hand in solidarity when it comes to smiling big for the camera!

[@l-y-n-n-c]

God Bless you❣️You've been through so much❤️ I just found you here on utube. Your a beautiful person🙏🏻❤️

[@rs-ic8uk]

Wow! After all that you look very good.

[@joycebegnaud9645]

Thanks for sharing your story through it all, it was a Blessing to hear 🥰 I need to get my teeth done and keep putting it off, due to so many horrible experiences over the years. My husband keeps telling me to make an appointment, but I still have not. I’m still trying to decide who to go to.

[@brendadunston9895]

Thank you Heather!

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

thank you for allowing me to share with you!

[@brendadunston9895]

@@TheKneadyHomesteader This makes me feel better about getting mine finished. :)

[@tygerlily1700]

God Bless you and your Family❤❤❤

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

thanks Sis! So much love to you! xoxox

[@dr.bharatjoshi.3283]

Good morning. Dear Friend. Very nice and Beautiful Sharing. Have a nice and Fantastic Sunday. 💐💐💐💐💐

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

you too, friend!

[@theresataylor6675]

So lovely to see your beautiful smile.❤❤❤❤

[@ThewaughCW]

I am thinking about asking my dentist if implants will be a better option for me because I have really bad teeth. Because of my surgeries and my medical diagnosis. So glad that you are doing better. Watching you go through this has really given me confidence to ask my Dentist. Thank you so much. 🙏💕🙏💕

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

It is a process, but they reminded me in the end, it would be worth it, and they were right! Typically it's a 6 month healing....mine took an extra 4 months, but thats ok! It was still worth it! Keep me posted on what your dentist says.....teeth are so stressful.

[@brightstarr57]

Always nice spending time with you and thanks for sharing your journey! You have come a long way! You looked cute without your teeth all those months...and God is good to allow you to have these beautiful implants! Take care!

[@avahunkler4074]

You have such a beautiful smile heather......so nice to see it reach your eyes as you've healed. Sending love and light

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

Thank you so much!

[@margaretmestas1481]

You're looking beautiful- always and your hair is ❤️‍🔥 ❤❤❤

[@TheKneadyHomesteader]

Thank you so much, Margaret!! hahaha

[@danamama6766]

Love u so much. Been with you through all and teeth or no teeth I just see a beautiful person. However I am so thrilled that you are finally feeling comfortable in them and they are beautiful and really do represent your natural teeth. I love your dentists and your denturists etc., for taking so much care with you. Smiling so hard right now. Hugs and luv

[@avv2795]

My dentist wanted me to get implants to “hook” my dentures on. I opted not to. I’ve had my full mouth for 10 years! No adhesive. I need to get new ones soon. These are getting thin in spots. Your are amazing and you look wonderful.

[@ThePurplesparks]

I am so sorry for your loss. ❤

[@deborahsavoie2159]

I got partials not even a year ago. Some days i talk good, and other times I dont. God bless . Have s wonderful bless weekend.😊

[@mollysmith6055]

I'm happy you are doing well with your implants, Heather! You've been through so much and deserve every praise. My journey with implants hasn't been successful, I nearly went septic this summer during the donor bone graft/implant journey and have worked to regain my health since then. Still only able to chew around my front teeth and debating which kind of process is next: dentures/flippers or try the implant route again. For now, I'm basically eating a 'mechanical' diet and when food gets in the wrong area, my sad gums and cheeks get injured and then I'm on an L-Lysine diet to heal those tissues. Due to 'good-old-boy' relationships, my dentist's office will never discredit the oral surgeon(s) they recommended during this process (multiples). I can't even begin to imagine the battle you have had to go through to get to this point now, Heather. You've faced so many incredible struggles...none of us can ever even imagine it. I'm sad that my dear Hubby is supportive but can't understand why I haven't wanted to just travel to Mexico to get all of this done for so incredibly much less money. If only I was on his side of this issue, on paper it seems so much easier.

[@mollysmith6055]

Just re-reading and my comment doesn't make much sense...Hubby thinks I should consider travelling to Mexico to have all my teeth removed and then have instantaneous dentures created. Uhh...I can't even really begin to fully explain how fully this is horrifying to me. Doesn't mean it won't ever happen but...yikes, just thinking of this whole process my blood pressure is probably skyrocketing.

[@judithsmith9319]

Phew, bless your heart dear.

[@normabournes5789]

Prayers❤️

[@jwalker7888]

You are very brave.