Ten Things I stopped doing when I got dentures

[@kevinshamel]

Oh, wow. I just picked up my dentures yesterday. I found your channel by searching about new denture-wearers and watched three videos and subscribed. This is EXACTLY what happened with me. I'm just now realizing all of these things, and the effect they had on me over the past ten or twelve years when my teeth became so bad and I stopped smiling. As a writer as well, it changed my entire career. I stopped going to all conventions, any shows, readings, gatherings among authors... It basically ended it. I never eat out--at least I haven't for ten years. I look forward to doing it again. I also just ate for the first time with dentures last night. It was hard and weird, but so amazing to do so, because I only ate on the right side of my mouth. I'm excited to eat things again, especially sweet things and cold things. It's so amazing to wake up without pain from abscesses and open cavities, and to go to sleep without pain. I know I have to adjust to all the physical stuff as well as mental. I know there are things that changed about me that I haven't yet realized, but I already see a lot of the psychological effects of my lifestyle over being ashamed and in constant pain. I am so happy to smile. And glad to hear that you went through so many of the same things as me, and how things changed for you. And it's hilarious that just this morning I was like, "Hmmm... I should dress better, too." because I just don't care... I did the opposite as you, and just never have good clothes, feeling like a bum anyway. This is so life changing. Thank you for sharing your journey, it's inspiring.

[@DEBORAH-p7k1h]

Can you tell me how do you eat with no teeth. Or should the doctor have giving me something. Just asking

[@kevinshamel]

@@DEBORAH-p7k1h I could only eat very soft things.

[@Helen-pt8kn]

OMG! I didn’t want dentures but because I was judged by the VA Dentist and he only approved for the dentures that I have now The VA would not approve immediate denture I really need implants because I would use my teeth for bathing and other activities of daily life because I am a quadruple amputee who lives without hands or feet and my teeth decayed because chemotherapy can and did cause the early decay and I was not made ready for chemotherapy! Now long story short I have been trying to save my teeth at any cost but to no evaluation Over the last 8 years here in NC because of this wayward position to deny the implants based on “decayed teeth” is that not a reason for implants and I am truly disabled now and my life expectancy can’t be long, no one deserves to be treated like I have been treated especially being an Officer Veteran that I am should be afforded implants especially if they are used to maintain my independence as a physically challenged person! I can’t do can’t my life has always been triumphs over defeats but here in NC and because I have lost 2-3 things to stay mentally healthy my walking, loves to walk and socialize NOW I cant do shit Any advice would be great Thank you and have an amazing day

[@kevinshamel]

@@Helen-pt8kn ... That sounds like a terrible situation. It seems you definitely need implants. But I'm sorry, I'm afraid I am in no position to advise you about the VA. If you haven't already, maybe look into alternative insurances? I hope it works out for you, and truly, I'm sorry to hear about your situation.

[@Helen-pt8kn]

@@kevinshamel thank you for your response I am going to research implant centers maybe I can work something out Because I am not wearing my prosthesis due to NO FUNCTIONAL TEETH stands in the way

[@TheSxtdnl]

Amen. I had all ten things going on. I'm 2 weeks into my dentures. I'm so much happier and don't hurt, other than me healing. But I'm so happy I got dentures.

[@lakesnlawns222]

OMG!!! Today, is my first day ever even googling about dentures! I just had my visit with my dentist yesterday and planned all the steps towards full upper dentures - and now I found actual people like me who have been going through the same I’m going through!! This video - this video - I cannot believe how true and touching it was for me!! I never ever speak to anyone about it - at all - and now this big step - I just watched the regret video - but this one made me feel like crying!!

[@kristentrep5038]

I’m here for the same reason! I hate my smile now, and I can’t chew like a normal person. I live on pancakes and granola bars! I won’t laugh or smile. I have an appointment to see a cosmetic dentist, and I pray I’ll be able to afford the work I need done!

[@JeremyKnowles-cl1si]

Most dentist have payment options and no two dentist have the same price’s so check around like I did and check how long they have been doing them good luck and I’m finally doing the same you

[@queencesseser]

Same here

[@angelaschaefer5883]

Google low income dental care. The town you live in. There should be some low income dental clinics near you. Or try dental colleges near you. They will pull your teeth for very little money. At low income dental clinic. They charge based on income. They won't give you dentures. So I probably will need set of dentures I can't eat with. For several years. Then I will go online buy set of dentures that are not custom made for me. Do the soft realign at home myself. For $250 dollars I will have dentures. I wished that I had some better suggestions for you. Unfortunately I haven't been able to find anything better. If you leave infected tooth in your mouth. The infection can spread without you realizing it. I had no pain at all the infection spread to the bone in my jaw. Infecting neighboring teeth. It also can spread to your heart or brain. Which could kill you. There is not enough help and why dental is covered with our health insurance. I think is completely ridiculous. Because untreated dental infection can become life threatening. Please I am begging you find someone to pull your bad teeth. When I mention what you can do to get it taken care of. It's because I know through experience what happens if you don't do anything. I hope you feel better soon.

[@SusanLlewellyn-pp2xn]

There are Facebook Groups as well.

[@fall3nangel6669]

I'm getting upper and lower partials today and I was doing some KZbin searches on some speech lessons with dentures and came across your videos. This video hits soooo hard. Every single one of these things I absolutely relate to. Thank you so much for sharing all of this! It has helped me so much and has given me encouragement to move forward in my journey ❤️❤️

[@TonyGeneseo]

On point !! And I’m a guy. Men and women going through this have the same feelings and issues ! Keep,doing what you’re doing because you are having an impact on so many I’m sure ! Thank u so much !

[@jackieolson9044]

I have been following you for a couple of months now. For years I've been putting off doing something about my teeth. I am very resourceful and have literally been buying teeth material from Amazon and have made my own teeth. All in an attempt to avoid dentures and the dentist. I just wanted to tell you that your videos have helped me so much in terms of not being ashamed, embarrassed or afraid. I started my journey towards my first set of dentures last week and have surgery on Dec 6th! Thank you for making these videos, sharing your story and encouraging people to do this for themselves. You are a beautiful articulate and decent human being!

[@thinklikeanengineer806]

You might be an introvert but it's certainly not obvious. I appreciate your courage in both being vulnerable and keeping it real! Great content!

[@muffin2u63]

My dentist made me for terrible. When I knew he would send me to get my teeth pulled at an oral surgeon, I asked him how long would it be before I could have my temporary dentures fit to where I could go to work. He told me I could go back the next day. I said I wouldn't have any teeth and my mouth would still be swollen and at work I was on the phone and around people in the office and I wouldn't have any teeth. I knew it would also affect the way I talked. He said I shouldn't worry about that because what I had in my mouth at the time looked like sh*t ! Isn't that nice? He made me feel so bad. He even told my husband he would fix my teeth so it would make HIS life better ! I should've walked out of there right then, but I guess I let him get to me at the time. NEVER put up with a dentist that speaks to you this way or anyone else!

[@DeanneHunt-p3d]

I feel no terrible that the dentist spoke to you like that sad😢 how dare he !!

[@tipziegurl7998]

Should of reported that to the licensing board..

[@DEBORAH-p7k1h]

Yes I'm going threw the same thing now. I just had all of my teeth removed and this so call dentist dent even give me pain medication or antibiotics going on day 3 with no teeth I found another dentist but I can't see her till October I want to sue him. I hope you got your mouth fixed ❤

[@MindingMyOwn6953]

I’m so sorry that happened to you hugs 🤗

[@angelaschaefer5883]

What cruel and mean dentist. You should go to someone else. Who will treat you the way you deserve to be treated. With kindness and respect.

[@lisaoleksik2823]

All of this but especially #10! I feel exactly the same👍 it has been two weeks now with my smile and I am a different person. Thank you for putting this out there. I hope that anyone who is feeling nervous about getting dentures or has experienced any of the 10 issues you mentioned pushes past the anxiety and just gets it done. I do not regret my decision one bit! TFS ❤️

[@dvml45]

All of these for me. I know that I am so anxious about tomorrow, I go for my wax fit and am so nervous. I don't have a clue how I am going to feel. None of my friends have ever experienced this and I do not have anyone that relates to how I am feeling. I am looking forward to actually living again, but, I am so apprehensive about it all. Thank you for commenting.

[@teresafraser3049]

Did you get implants or full dentures ? There's a big difference

[@lisaoleksik2823]

@@teresafraser3049 full dentures . Best thing I could have done for myself!

[@WhispersFromTheDark]

I feel ya, while listening to you I felt as though you were describing exactly what I've felt for most of my life. I'm 60 now, been divorced and single for over 30 years and now finally have someone in my life. I never thought it would happen and wasn't expecting it to but this wonderful Man loves me for who I am, not what I look like. And for someone who has had problems with dental issues since I was two, it's a foreign land to me. I had upper plates when I was two years old because my teeth broke up like chalk, so I started life off with pain from dental procedures and have always had issues even when they grew in stronger so I didn't need the dentures (about 4th grade if I recall correctly). All of my uppers have been pulled and I now have 6 left on the bottom that are broken off at the gum line or below and have constant abscesses and have had for several years now. I work nights, stay away from people best I can and just exist, but not living. My goal is to get the remaining pulled before the end of the year so I can start to heal and move on with my life. Hopefully my sweetheart will hang around for those milestones, I hope in my heart of hearts he will. But if not, then I will face it alone just like I have everything else in life. When I pass I want to do my best to have as little regrets as possible and this is one of those on the list to take care of. Now, I just wish I was made of money so I could afford to get it done and have a beautiful smile in the end. I have such a severe case of bone loss I don't think the implants are a possibility, so dentures are my plan. Thanks for always being a beacon of light in an otherwise dark world. Take care of yourself.

[@bernitajenkins3180]

I hope it worked out for you and your sweetheart stuck around. I'm 61 and just got full upper and partial lower. It's scary because I have a school reunion tonight...

[@angelaschaefer5883]

As fellow tooth suffer. With very little money. I Googled low income dental care. The town I live in. There should be low income dental clinics or charity organizations. Where you pay for treatment based on income. So you can get your bad teeth pulled. These types of places don't give you dentures. So you will have to look online for dentures. I have seen be between $200-$400. That you can actually eat in. Then there are some that are $40 but you can't eat with them. The most important thing. Is getting the teeth pulled. Because infection can enter your bloodstream. Which can kill you.

[@nataliehilton1537]

Tomorrow is E day and immediate top denture for me. I’ve spent my whole life hiding my teeth. I thought this video would be more things I would be avoiding but now I’m actually getting excited for this journey.

[@Jetsi79]

How are you feeling today?

[@trevorhall694]

I'm 26 and go to get my impressions tomorrow.. Your videos are truly making a difference in me right now. Thank you.

[@smerida8]

Just found your channel. So glad to hear your story. Ive avoided the dentist forever. Getting dentures in November. Still scared, but love hearing your story.

[@jenng3649]

I have to get my 4 front teeth pulled Friday and get a temporary bridge the same day. I’ve already had 2 teeth pulled and most of my fillings are falling out. I’m terrified of what is coming as I know it isn’t going to stop at 6 teeth. I wish I knew you in person. You are an inspiration and I’m grateful that you have shared your story. I’m very self conscious and I’m worried it will get worse with new teeth…as weird as that sounds. Thank you for being you!! I’m on my own and it’s a lonely journey 😞

[@karenb.7627]

I can totally relate. I feel the same way. 😞

[@kristentrep5038]

I can relate too! It is such a lonely journey when you don’t have anyone in your shoes! I can’t afford implants, but I’m going to a cosmetic dentist who does the all on 4 process on may 10. My hope is to finance the work I need done. If I can finance a car, I should be able to finance a better life for myself thru my teeth!

[@anamichele808]

You hit everything that I would say. I live in Hawaii and ice is a major problem here. I’ve never done it but my mouth, I thought, looked like it. Once I made that leap, I created my own business. Now I have the confidence to have beautiful, professional clients/ dear friends, now, that love my creativity creating their custom landscapes and gardens. It has been a literal life changer. Thank you for your encouragement to me and many others, hun. Some day soon, I’ll do permanent fittings. Blessings!

[@marissabell268]

Tomorrow will be 2 weeks since Eday of my whole mouth with immediate dentures. I cannot tell you enough how much your videos helped me gain the confidence to make this decision. No one intends to lose all of their teeth by the time they are 30 but you truly helped me come to terms with my decision and make the leap into a happier and much healthier life. Thank you!

[@erinharmon7562]

Exactly me right now. I’m going to get my extractions in 2 weeks and then my temps. Getting implants next year. My perms will be customizable for implants. I cannot wait until I can smile again. It’s been about 15 years now. My self esteem has completely tanked. Your videos have helped me a lot.

[@richardsharp967]

Just had full clearance extraction today and just back from hospital adjusting to the way I look now the journey starts today and I have never shed so many tears today as I have I watched a load of your videos leading up to this day thank you for all your positive outlooks waiting for the gums to settle down as the pain is brutal !

[@DEBORAH-p7k1h]

I feel you! I just had my full mouth done on the 19th of this month. But this dentist dent even give me any pain medicine or antibiotics. I will be seeing another doctor to finish my process I pray he dent f me up or break any bones

[@ronjohnson2094]

Just getting use to the soreness but each day I feel better it's been only twenty days but one day I will 😢be OK q

[@itsdebs]

former mouth coverer and one side chewer here too. On day 2 of my denture journey (top set now) getting bottom set soon. Glad i found your channel!

[@monakinnel9271]

I am in going through the struggle. I am sitting here in tears. Most of my molars are gone and I have 2 missing front teeth (1 upper and one lower) which are broken off that I fill in the empty space with dental wax (which has to be removed when eating). The rest of my lower teeth are extremely loose and I am actually terrified every time I am about to eat. I can’t even express how self conscious and embarrassed I am about my teeth and find this situation to be absolutely crushing. I live on social security and have no dental insurance and the cost for dental work is way beyond my means. It is extremely frustrating that seniors are denied such necessary care. This situation brings me to tears every day. How I would love to authentically smile and laugh again.

[@annmurphy8440]

Hi Mona I knew how you feel it's the same in Ireland every thing is about money or the lack of it if I can help you my address in Ireland is Annie Murphy carrahane ardfert co Kerry Ireland

[@NoOneCaresAnyway1234]

I'm in the same boat as far as being embarrassed EVEN NOW but especially before, had both front upper pulled bc I had started the process a couple years ago, things went south and had to put them on the back burner. 😑 but then I got lucky and this happens: Had my tops extracted 6/29/22, bottoms 7/5/22. I'm in constant pain, I'm in more pain than I was before. I'm having severe problems with bone spurs. I'm like 1 month from getting my perms. Where I went will not pull any unless it's already out of the gum so they can grab it with tweezers. No one wants to touch it bc they didn't do it. Liabilities ya know? Ig idk. But I even called just this last Friday to every where I could contact and cried telling them I can't get help, I need help! and to tell you the truth. I think I would've backed out of I could do it over. The 1 bone spur that's been the biggest just came to the top a couple weeks ago but it's like flat. Can't get ahold of it at all with tweezers/ pliers etc. My Dr has kept me on antibiotics since July 18th. 😑 I regret doing it. It keeps my ear on that side hurting along with my neck down to my chest. I was basically butchered. Nearly 6 months and I'M STILL EATING SOFT foods and my self esteemand confidence was bad but now I have none. I stay hungry and in pain. Crying every day, severely depressed. Already had problems with depression and anxiety and this has made everything worse. Affordable needs shut down if they're going to treat patients like this. I really really hope karma gets them soon. No one absolutely no one should have to go through what I am! And so, I donot recommend affordable at least in north Alabama. But I had more than one friend get screwed at aspen. I suggest a real dentist. All those 2 want is your money, they don't care. I'm going to have to get a lawyer after these people unless they fix it tomorrow. CHECK REVIEWS! good luck babe

[@bernitajenkins3180]

I can so relate. I'm just so glad to live in a country that provides free dental for pensioners. I hope your situation improves. Good luck.

[@bernitajenkins3180]

@@NoOneCaresAnyway1234 What a freakin' nightmare. I feel your pain. How are you?

[@NoOneCaresAnyway1234]

@Bernita Jenkins not much better. Still can only wear top one or twice a week for a short amount of time. Got a big bone spur out of the top yesterday. Got 2 more about to break through the surface or at least I hope. Thank you

[@MichaelMartin-kz2ts]

Spot on once again! Thank you for the great content Kristi. Always encouraging to hear your stories.

[@kristentrep5038]

I’m so glad I’ve found you! I have an appointment for a cosmetic dentist on may 10, due to every single thing on this list! I cry all the time, and I have been shamed at the dentist for so long! I’m 50, and haven’t wanted to go on a date in years! I don’t laugh.. I’m in pain all the time, and eat Motrin like candy bc of the constant headaches! I did overcompensate by chewing with my front teeth, and now they are beginning to have issues! I had root canals years ago, and I was traumatized when I had to have those teeth pulled bc of an abscess in a tooth close by! Ugh! Prayers that this dentist I see is my answer!

[@mackjay1777]

Wow, very good points, and very well articulated!

[@wolfprud3]

You sharing these thoughts is everything for some of us♥️

[@heraeg]

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I feel so much better about my decision to go with full dentures because of lousy teeth after hearing your no-nonsense, common-sense information that applies to probably 99.99% of the population. You are awesome!! Keep it up!!

[@jeanjacobs9965]

Greetings! Oh, I hear you! I am still going through red tape trying to get my teeth fixed. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Love and blessings ♥️🙏

[@Smiles2U4Ever]

I started having major problems with my teeth back in 2009 and the dentist I had then pulled all of my bottom teeth out and most of my upper. That dentist wasn't very engaging with me and let me hang out there not knowing what to do next. I received dentures that didn't fit well and often hurt, but I thought that was just the way it was going to be. As a result I looked like a cow when I ate because my bite was not right. Ever since then I avoided all social interactions when people would get together and eat. Relationships die when you refuse to do anything with people so I ended up with no friends. At work, I take my food to my office and avoid work social functions. People at work sometimes comment that I don't interact, as if I have a problem. Of course I have a problem, but I don't tell people about my teeth because I'm too embarrassed and I don't want them to know. Now I have finally found a good dentist. I believe this time I will get help. He went through everything with me and assured me that he will help me with my bite so I can feel good about eating with people. I cried and hugged him. As I write this statement on this channel there are tears coming to my eyes because my life has been very lonely like this (its been 15 years). I fantasize about being able to be with a group of people where I can eat without feeling self-conscious and laugh and joke with them. I'm excited for this to happen. Watching your videos is very informative, and hearing your story is uplifting and comforting. Thank you very much.

[@claudiajackson8403]

Hi Kalinjax in three months I will be getting my upper dentures and my lower implant I can't wait, thank you for all the information you have shared may the Lord bless you and your family❤.

[@12footgrave]

Got all of mine pulled last week, couldn’t be happier already… thanks for these videos.

[@asudembeats8140]

I am 27 and got all my upper teeth removed, thankfully most of my bottom front teeth were still good so I get to keep them. I can't wait to get my upper dentures monday! Finally all those years of not being able to hold eye contact, smile etc will hopefully be over. I know that I still have a long way to go as in getting used to dentures etc.. but it was either this or having bad mouth hygiene and having healt issues along the way. I am 100% chosing to take my dentures out every night then to worry about if I will have any tooth pain out of the blue. You are helping thousands of people with getting comfortable with their dentures or their journey on getting them Kalin, most of us don't even react on videos of yours but we're following your journey and getting our hopes up that everything will be alright, so thank you for that!

[@Ashanti0826]

Omg so true!! Just got my immediate dentures in few days ago. I love it. mad at myself for waiting so long! Your videos were such a big help! Thank you!, ❤️❤️❤️

[@marylee2732]

I searched this topic kind of as a joke to myself cause I have a toothache and I’m kind of scared and this is my third tooth I will pull out. And another is starting to hurt. It’s really brave of you to do this topic. I really appreciate your content.

[@PlantsRMyJam]

I just come across your channel and I’m so glad I did! I’ve had my top teeth done and REALLY need to get the bottom teeth taken care of. I’m 44 years old and was so afraid the dentist. Since I’ve had my top teeth done I feel so much better about myself. Thank you so much for talking about your journey and sharing it with us! 💕😄👏🏽

[@heatherramsey9190]

If you are new to dentures, be mindful that this is a journey. The hardest part is the bottom teeth extractions. It took me twice as long for my bottom gums to get back to feeling normal again. Take ibuprophen with orajel until the pain fades away. The second hardest part is bone spurs. Basically after your teeth are taken out, you may develop them and you will have to go back to your denture provider to have them removed. That way it won't hurt you when you eat. The third hardest part is getting used to having two objects inside your mouth. It takes time! If you have a lisp, that will subside but only if you make sure to have them in on a regular basis. You just have to get used to them. The fourth hardest part is perhaps the dentures becoming "too big" because as your gums heal, your gums shrink. Do not worry though....your denture provider will make an adjustment. Then, 6 months up to a year after, you will go back for the final adjustment....and they will give you your conventional denture set These are your permanent ones. But don't throw away your first set!! You just never know... I highly recommend NOT using baking soda to whiten your dentures because baking soda is too abrasive and over time can wear them down. If you would like to make them brighter, buy Polident Overnight Denture Whitening Cleanser. Follow the instructions stated on the back. This product is very effective in combating stains. Dentures will stain much more easily than regular teeth so you need to soak them in this solution every night. Along with all this advice....I personally find that denture adhesive powder keeps my dentures more secure than the creams do. I wet my dentures....sprinkle on the powder....and then I let the facet drip over the powder to make it wet and combine into one consistency. When putting in your dentures, you need to "bite up" and "bite down" This will make them stay in better. You may want to apply more adhesive on the bottom set because the bottom one is more prone to become loose.

[@karenb.7627]

I've been dealing with dental issues since I was a child. Now 10+ years post-menopause - I have so much bone loss that implants are not an option. I've had implants done and removed because of pain, or infection. I'm just starting to research now because I'm one tooth away from not being able to chew food because of tooth loss. Specifically molars. I'm so over all of this and sick and tired of dealing with dental issues. It absolutely has so much affect on on your psyche. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@angelaschaefer5883]

Can they give you set of dentures?? My husband had the rest of his teeth pulled. Two weeks ago but he has been without most of them for 23 years. He is eating solid food. But I know that I won't be able to eat without any teeth. I am missing few now. But when all of them are gone. It will be different story. I hope you feel better soon.

[@karenb.7627]

@@angelaschaefer5883 I’ve actually switched surgeons and have had three implants successfully placed after having a bone graft and sinus lift. I almost went the route of dentures, but was very hesitant. I’m glad I didn’t.

[@LittleBird12686]

I just found your channel a couple of weeks ago. And I just had all of my extractions on Tuesday. I left with immediate dentures but the bleeding wouldn't stop so I had to take them out. Which of course led to swelling and now I can't put them in until the swelling is gone. I'm feeling pretty down about myself at the moment and I'm feeling regret. But watching your channel gives me hope to know that eventually my journey will have a happy ending even if it's hard to get there. Nothing can be harder than going through what I went through for the last 15 years with my teeth crumbling. You were talking about biting into broccoli and it broke your teeth. I went through the same thing. Breaking my teeth on random things, even the soft stuff. I'll be 38 tomorrow and so I'm just hoping that this is the right path for me. Thank you for your videos and for helping give me some more confidence.

[@katonyamullens7257]

I absolutely LOVE your channel!! Great info!!

[@Anastasia-gw4hf]

It is hard to express my level of appreciation to you for all your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your life experience. I was preparing myself for a dentures for over a year now and at the end of march 2024 finally will be the start of my journey. And because of you it does not scare me that much. Yes, I know it will be a long journey, but I am pretty sure it will worth it. Thank you so much.

[@debwendt7578]

Love your videos! They’re helping me so much! I’m one week in with immediate dentures.

[@kalinjax]

You've got this! It's mostly a mind game. Just tell yourself that you can and will find solutions to any challenges you're presented with. The first few weeks are the hardest but it's all uphill from there!

[@rogerbivins9144]

Your mindset going into this journey, as long as you are confident in your dentist, is probably 90+% and maybe 10% having the knowledge to temper your expectations and realize initially there may almost certainly be discomfort and immediate dentures will likely be ill fitting until the swelling subsides enough to install a soft liner and depending on the initial fit, your speech may be effected for a time. But boy is that soft liner a welcomed revelation! I went thru this only taking one afternoon off work & back the next day, but I only had the local numbing for extractions & no anesthesia so no recovery time needed from that. I am one of the fortunate ones but now 13 days in and I am (slowly) eating fish and chicken again already and as far as anyone knows I only got veneers. (Way to ashamed to reveal my situation to anyone) I am so happy to have my smile / life back that the minor pain and relearning to eat & speak clearly process is comparatively insignificant. Loosing teeth / living with dentures is definitely life changing and can be devastating or even lead to depression unless you prepare yourself with a positive mindset and welcome the challenges as the steps required to regain your confidence, health and appearance. My only regret of the decision is that I waited too long due to my fearing the possibilities.

[@jtrujillo2884]

Always very informative and inspiring. Can totally relate to just about everything you mentioned. It totally changes ones life. Have a wonderful day! You've been such an inspiration. Thank you! 😊🙏

[@browneyedcutie3]

Oh my lord!!! It’s like you were in my head! I am a little over 20 days from getting top dentures. I can only hope they work the same wonders for me that they worked for you!!

[@lanningjw]

You are such a cool chick. Spent 40k. Still on healing dentures and get monolithic arch 11/22. You make me feel like I am a normal person.

[@aprilortiz5552]

Can’t thank you enough for being so open and helpful about your journey. I relate to everything you addressed. Thank you. I have been suffering from resorption in my teeth and gums. I decided to have my remaking teeth removed and go with snap in dentures. I am in the healing process right now, immediate denture that I am struggling with, waiting for my first reline. I still feel the awkwardness and am only feeling hopeful about the rest of the journey because of your sharing.

[@beingthesalt]

Yes to all of these!! Thanks for sharing Kalinjax

[@demiscunningham7340]

Amazing thank you for affirming everything I think about myself. I got an immediate denture yesterday and my mind is trying to revert back to self loathing - mainly due to swelling pain. My end goal is implants. Thanks again for this awesome video ❤

[@siarracb]

Thank you for your videos. I cried but.... now I don't feel alone. I can do this. Everything is going to be ok. The Lord is blessing me w/ getting rid of this pain I've been feeling for years, not smiling for years, not able to truly be me for yearssss! Thank you, Jesus. & thank you for sharing.

[@bethgriesauer3825]

Omg.... talking about your diet restrictions really hit home! I've been eating lots of cereal with blueberries lately and I also have to also let the milk soak in for 5 minutes before I can eat it. Nuts are impossible and I'd so love to bite into a piece of celery or an apple.

[@wilmaparker7929]

Got mine done 2 days in total and i am amazed how much it changed EVERYTHING!! so happy

[@TessMarque7]

Just went to the dentist . Getting dentures soon . Thank you for sharing your journey with us . ❤

[@IdreamofJamieh]

This is literally me all the time. All of these have been my life for over a decade. Thank you for this video. I have an oral surgery consult tomorrow for full mouth extractions. Soooo nervous!

[@stevebryant9972]

Thank u so much for this video. Brought me to tears to realize I'm not alone. Everything was spot on to what I've been dealing with for too long. Unfortunately it took a throat cancer diagnosis in early July to force me to finally get my teeth pulled. Doc said it had to be done in order to avoid infections once I start my radiation at end on Sept. I almost feel like this diagnosis was a good thing.?.?. Gonna take a few months to kick this cancer thing then I plan on implants. Soo looking forward to the long term outcome. Everything u mentioned in ur video I'm dealing with and I don't want to anymore. Got teeth pulled last week. The few people that know so far are like, why would u do that to urself. I just say I know u don't understand but just wait till u see the new me. Ur videos really help. Thank u!

[@bernitajenkins3180]

I hope you overcame the cancer and things work out with your teeth. I'm in tears, reading everyone's stories...makes mine seem trivial. Good luck.

[@angelaschaefer5883]

I am sorry about your diagnosis. I hope you get well soon.

[@TheJuliemckee92]

Thank you for making these videos! You are giving me all the answers to the questions that I have had. I started my journey almost 2 months ago. I have opted to go without teeth to heal first. I thought this would be my best option to insure that I have teeth that will fit, and honestly the thought of them pulling 27 teeth and then making me wear a set afterward was too much for me. The past 2 months have been really hard. Going without teeth is the least of it. I have had issues with bone spurs where I have gone to the dentist to have her cut my gums open grind down the bone and sew me up 3 different times. I have learned that this is not normal for most but the way my body has handled it. I was so swollen and bruised. I had 2 black eyes and the bruises were all the way down to my collar bone. I really feel that in the end of all of this I will be so much better off! I went to the dentist knowing what I was going to do with the denture scenario. She confirmed it. At the time I knew my teeth weren't awful, but they were on track to start causing me problems. So I decided that I didn't want to wait for the problems to start.

[@victorfisher4708]

You are a beautiful person and You have the prettiest eyes. Thank you for your kind words. I have been feeling hopeless lately about my teeth.

[@Johane254]

Stunning! Excellent content and spot on with all 10 things. This helped me tremendously. Thank you!

[@breannaodom232]

This is me to a T! IM 29 and have been feeling ALLLLL of this for around 3 to 4 years!! Specially the part with my husband 😢 Going the 30th to get full extractions and immediates. I'm so dang scared but I'm so excited about having a smile again🥲

[@Tiff143]

How did it go? I just got them all mine extracted today and have immediate dentures until my implants heal❤

[@Kiki-ul7xu]

How did it go for both of you? I have full extraction tomorrow and I wasn’t this nervous giving birth two times (with no pain meds)!

[@breannaodom232]

IT WAS EASY!! No regrets!!@@Kiki-ul7xu

[@Brandy536]

How did it go ?

[@daniselway8011]

I can relate to almost all of these!!! Thank you for making me feel normal❤

[@rbmh]

Very helpful channel and explained well. We are elderly retired couple considering implants and need more dental work, channel is very helpful.

[@chetlajackson9060]

So many of these are me. SO many!!! I get impressions in a couple weeks. I can't wait and I'm so excited to get my smile back.

[@ashleydeavers1210]

Yessss, covering my mouth and avoid close encounters with anyone even my child sees how unhappy I am. Getting my teeth done tuesday and can not wait to have mama and baby photos done for the first time where I can truly express my happiness as a mother ❤

[@robinford336]

I'm embarrassed to see friends I've known for years and avoid socializing, I was always very social. I recently had emergency radical surgery and IV strong antibiotics during my 3 weeks stay in hospital and that just destroyed my enamel. My surgery requires me to chew food really well, so I'm freaking out. Going back to Dentist tomorrow to find out if I can even continue my treatment plan. My back teeth have been pulled awhile back, now looking at the front teeth being extracted. Freaking out due to my recent health situation, ileostomy and need to absorb nutrients and chew, chew, chew to avoid any blockage in my intestines. I'm still recovering and trying to rebuild my body which is slightly difficult due to getting healthy foods in my body. The foods I eat presently are limited and I'm craving salads fresh fruit and vegetables is NOT recommended at this time,, not happy about this.. 😔 Thank you for sharing. Appreciate you.

[@bernitajenkins3180]

How are you now? I have a similar problem, in that I've lost 15 kg in the last few months...undiagnosed as yet. At the same time, had all but 4 teeth out, so can't eat the food I need to put on weight. Something you could try would be a variety of smoothies, or hospital grade Sustagen? Good luck.

[@mgoswick9250]

I didn’t have teeth, I had a tooth. Coming from being one of the most popular through elementary middle & high school for the little time I was there before dropping out. Having the hottest girl on my arms @ the same time it was the beginning of the end, my hole life I was hiding from everyone how bad my teeth actually were. When they got too bad I didn’t want to even show my face in public, but having bills I still had to work & deal with it meanwhile I was loosing confidence @ an alarming rate. Resulting from being popular to one of those people that everyone would overlook & I feel that they probably even made fun of me. ALL THAT REALLY DID ALOT OF DAMAGE TO MY CONFIDENCE. Getting dentures @ 43 years old to me looking in the mirror now in comparison to what I had in my mouth just 4 days ago when I didn’t even want to look in a mirror, back to felling confidence opens up absolutely every option available now. Knowing I can be myself again. I could care less that I can’t eat what I want right now, I know it’s not forever but it still wouldn’t bother me if it’s for the ready if my life. FOR THE SIMPLE FACT THAT PEOPLE ARE SHALLOW & JUDGE YOU immediately on how your teeth look. I wish everyone had the insane amount of money it cost to go to the new teeth store. The feelings I have right now are overwhelming & Iv just got way to much to say. I will never judge a person on there teeth.

[@wendybutler2359]

Nice story. Hope you are recovering well

[@GorlWorldComments]

I am getting all mine out in feb2023, I’m so scared but I have to I’m in so much pain I feel and look terrible. I just want to smile again.💜

[@wendybutler2359]

Hope it goes well

[@Maude111111]

I have the set before the permanent ones. and I am having nothing but trouble. There is a down side to implants. I am on a soft diet basically, or my implant areas, now on the left side hurts. I am using Kanka soft stick to help with the pain. It is made by Blistex, on Amazon. I know I am the odd person here, but there is another side the implants. I am hoping for a great outcome, but not as easy as this sight says, however she has had many sets of implants to finally be comfortable. It is all very expensive. I wish the best to everyone.

[@mtkliverpoolofficial3657]

Where did you get it done

[@danasplace55]

I would give anything to be able to eat dinner out. I have not done that in over 10 years. I can only eat mushy food and even then it is difficult.

[@chrisiden1]

try blending protein shakes... they can be delicious and tastes like malted milk ice cream shakes... i mix lots of fruits with yougurt an nuts... yummy

[@gregorynalencz4942]

Why would a young person your age already have these problems?

[@TwoBusyCrafting77]

Love this video ❤ I’m waiting for my new dentures 🤗 I just had my wax try in and it brang me to tears. I couldn’t believe how much it changed my face. Been without my teeth for almost 8 months so I can’t wait to smile and eat again omg the food I can taste is unbelievably lol this video was me all the way 😞 I can’t wait to fill confident again. Thank you so much for sharing ❤❤

[@suzanbrowning3980]

Yes yes yes to all 10 things… girlllll you nailed it!!!

[@janaperez8965]

Oh my gosh.. I'm having my full mouth extractions in two days and will be going home with immediates until I heal and can get my implants done.. This video was so on point that it felt like you were describing my exact issue and everything I avoid and why.. I am freaking out about what I'm about to go through but at the same time in a little excited because I know it will get better and I'll be a happier person.. I came across your videos the other day and they help me.. Thanks you so much for doing what you do.. you are really helping people.. 💜

[@bernitajenkins3180]

How did you go?

[@Sept.ember.Society]

I pray that I can be confident. The dentures are so obvious. I don’t have insurance so when I finally got to see a dentist at the VA I had all of my teeth but 3 bottom pulled at once. The bottom teeth were created incorrectly and the top set have been shaved off a centimeter of the hard gum on one side. So I have been extremely extremely depressed. So dark. I love the Lord. I am not loving myself right now.

[@adorabledeplorble8497]

All I can do is send extra love and angels into your path 🙏🙏🙏 ask and you will receive 🙏🙏🙏 Please Dear Lord, guide Amanda to find all the right answers and to feel joy and complete freedom from the darkness. IJN 💪❣️💪

[@keonnawarren8916]

I do all 10 of those. So it's not just me thanks for letting me know I'm not alone. You make great videos!!!!

[@gigarott]

2 weeks in, I love to smile now I see the difference in how I talk to people.. still having a hard time with solid food but I seem to be losing weight so I guess I'm getting 2 birds with 1 stone if you will😁

[@mamakittyluvsjesus]

Wow I am sorry you went through all that . I can not imagine how you felt with all the rotten teeth .my teeth where bad but not yet rotten I had a bunch of parcels and had to adapt my eating . I got to the place it was going to get to costly to fix them all . So now I just got Dentures I am older but that has nothing to do with how it all feels. Just getting ready to go back to work .Eating has not completely adjusted yet but I am not working at it so hard t at least with the soft foods. Your videos do help both Young and old .

[@richardjacobsen2718]

Thanks Kristi, this video reminded me of how far I've come, and overcame, .

[@sashanash4843]

Your wonderful i just want you too know that literally you hit every nail on the head

[@alwayslearningfromexperts]

I am ecstatic I found your channel. I see that this video was made 2 years ago so I hope you see this. I am going to be 60 next month. I have had regular permanent dentures since 2002. I want better ones and sadly the expense has brought that to a halt. Your back story is exactly like mine from abscess to dealing with immediate to permanent and that's where I stopped. My husband has also been through it with me as we had been married 15 years when I got my teeth pulled. My mom had dentures in her late 20's, I was in my 40's. I am going to research your last set as I cannot believe how natural they look. Please reach out to me and advise me on my next step. Thank you!

[@candyh3693]

So much of what you wrote here i identified with. I've been pretty much "around the world" with my dental health starting in my early/mid 20s. 6 months ago i got the all on 4 (or all on x as i got 5 implants on my uppers, lowers were ok, this was all after almost 30 year old crowns i got in my early/mid 20s failed) and while there were issues with the immediate prosthesis... 4 months later those issues were fixed and i love my teeth. I smile ALL the time now. I don't think about how i look to anyone else anymore. I'm now at the 6m mark and got the ok for final prosthesis two days ago and told i can eat anything i want within limits of the temporary prosthesis (the implants can handle anything but i need the final to be able to do it)... i agree you don't just survive it, something like this gives you the confidence to do the things that allows you to thrive. Thanks for another amazing video!

[@dmoody000]

You are soooo relatable! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@davidhultberg5590]

Thanks Very much for sharing your experience with dentures !! My Situation is that my Teeth are No longer any good on the Top, and not worth trying to fix and Waste $$ on with Root canels and fillings !!I'm considering and about ready to get my extractions and top denture on with a new partial on the lowers any day now . Luckily, I still have some good bottom teeth for an anchor for my partial .. Everything you are talking about, All the INSECURITIES and FEARS of getting dentures sounds just like my situation !! I've been REALLY INSECURE about my SMILE ALL MY LIFE !!! I'VE BEEN PICKED All my Life , since FIRST GRADE, and AFRAID TO SMILE IN PUBLIC MOST ALL MY LIFE BECAUSE OF MY TEETH, it COST ME SO MUCH EMBARRASSMENT AND SHAME , AND INSECURITIES ALL MY LIFE !!! PLUS , NOW ALL the Decayed Teeth that are Now Bad in my mouth !!! I Feel EXACTLY how you Described your Insecurities in the Video !! What SEEMS TO Help me Motivate myself THE BEST For THE Procedure is TO SAY TO MYSELF OFTEN : " ITS GOING TO BE A POSITIVE INVESTMENT IN MYSELF, MY SMILE, MY CONFIDENCE THAT I REALLY NEVER HAD IN MY LIFE !!! , AND MY OVERALL LIFE AND HEALTH !!! That seems to BE MY BIGGEST THOUGHT right now at this point in my LIFE !!! I Don't want to Give Up on Getting my Dentures ON , I know it's going to take some Patience, BUT , THE LONGTERM PICTURE AND GOAL For MY FUTURE I FEEL IS HOPEFULLY WELL WORTH IT !! THE NEW CONFIDENCE , LESS LONGTERM WORRY ABOUT FUTURE Teeth Issues and Teeth $$ Expenses Seems to Outweigh Not Getting Dentures at All !!! IF THERE IS ANY Advice you WOULD Want to Share with ME , it Would be Greatly Appreciated !!! Thanks Very Very much !!!

[@dvml45]

Thank you so much @kalinjax you are making me feel more confident about my appointment tomorrow. At 9 am I go for my wax fit it has been a long journey but I have been so anxious about it. I feel it will be life-changing so I am not sure why I am so anxious but I am. I want to get out there, get a job and be social again. Bad teeth have hindered my life for years and I am not sure what to expect but, your videos have helped me to realize, that I think I got this. Thank you!

[@alik21c]

Now I installed full lower denture - difficult to eat. I hope it will be good like with full upper denture.

[@dennisyvonneoborowsky1687]

Were you in my head, Wow! Everything you said resonated in me. Afraid of the embarrassment and the Dentists thoughts. First day with my Permanent Dentures.

[@nakomarumpus]

Everything you said is true. It has to do with confidence and self-belief. Right now I am getting dental treatment. I really want to go back to how I used to be. Avoiding the dentist is really stupid. They are the people we really need.

[@gwillis01]

hello Thank you for an honest video

[@amandasmith8054]

This. All of this! How crazy is it how much of my life I've modified because of my teeth. The only thing I would add to this list is PICTURES. I've avoided pictures for so long 😩 My extractions are scheduled in two weeks. I can't wait to smile again.

[@idboo1234]

I put a down payment today for dentures. I'm so nervous. But the reasons you listed are the reasons I want to go through.

[@cristalwhite2038]

I'm having my teeth removed and dentures in 2 weeks. Yes I'm scared to death. But I'm ready for change. And everything you said I live.

[@smon8470]

I’m waiting for my dentures I’m scared I’m gonna look like Mr Ed I don’t smile and I don’t go out anywhere because I’m embarrassed and I wear a mask in public still more to cover the fact that I had bad teeth and now no teeth

[@elizabethruthnorris4480]

I know how you feel. I was the same until I got mine 1month ago, i had been wearing my mask every day for 8months because the first dentist did a really bad job of my first set, so i had to go to a different dentist. but i did have to get my gum parts filed away down cause I looked like a horse as they were too bulky😄 and trust me there's such a difference by doing that. I'm only starting to getting use to mine now, theirs still something I don't like about them, I'm just waiting another few months to see if it grows on me. The main thing for me is that I don't have to hide my smile anymore

[@leonpettway7679]

Same here, I'm tired of wearing this mask Wednesday is my big day

[@srogers727]

S Mon how is it now?

[@elizabethruthnorris4480]

@@srogers727 I seen another video off a girl with the same problem and she said she got a little lip filler. So I got my lips done and my mouth looks completely normal now 😇

[@mariejacobs3510]

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[@LapsedSerenity]

I had all my teeth extracted back in May. I finally just got my temporary dentures yesterday. They feel fine, but my biggest issue is my gag reflux. I'm currently in the process of getting used to them, and hopefully I will no longer have that reaction. I will say the immediate reaction I had to my teeth, is that they looked weird and out of place, after having bad teeth for years, and then no teeth for 2 months. Having extreme anxiety caused me to wait too long to do anything about my teeth, but I am extremely glade I finally took these steps. I still have a long journey ahead of me, but anything is better than the pain and depression that my horrible teeth caused me for so many years. 😁🦷❤

[@bernitajenkins3180]

My dentist says I have the worst gag-reflex he's ever seen. It helps to suck on (sugar free) lollies. He suggested 'Fishermens Friends', as there is something in them that helps desensitise the gums. Worth a shot. Good luck

[@wendybutler2359]

​@@bernitajenkins3180 Mine is terrible too. Had my teeth out last July/Aug. Temps Sept. Got an appt later this week to see about a new set. Top teeth are usually ok. Bottom set either fall straight back out or too tight. At the 6-7 mth point now.

[@mainelostdogrecovery2100]

I’m having a terrible time with gagging/nausea with dentures.

[@MariaStarr-q3d]

I am looking to build my confidence, to be able to look at myself in the mirror and no longer see the teeth missing from the abusive relationship I was in. He savagely beat me and I wasn’t able to take care of myself until after the break up. I am excited to get my teeth back in just a few days! I can’t wait to see myself and the smile I see

[@ashleecastillo2700]

I really appreciate you talking about this... I'm doing all of these now cause my teeth are really bad.. I'm to broke to get them pulled and get dentures so they are all rotting even though I take care of them .. they are rotting from the inside out..

[@stevesonlywordmama]

Thank you for this video! Someone gets it !!!

[@gaylecheung3087]

Teeth dentures gut health, Kristi new topic for you to discuss for further videos

[@debbiemullinax7007]

Please expand on this ?

[@markpaperhanger2481]

Yes expand on this

[@kyms9390]

Im still going on with my immediate denture, while Im happier without my constanly painful and breaking teeth Im still not liking eating with them, and the taste of food has really gone, then theres the battle every night to remove the glue from my mouth which is like a 20 minute nightmare. Hoping things improve with my proper denture.

[@fabianadedeuscorreia9898]

You are amazing, darling! I love to watching your movies. Thank you!

[@joycemaurer3588]

Just got my quote for upper dentures and a lower partial. Have been watching you for a couple of weeks while I considered what I wanted to do. Dr agreed with me partly but he thought my lower teeth were better than I thought they were so that is why I'm going halfway LOL! But thanks.

[@kathrynowens4808]

I have a question? When you first got your all on four did you experience anxiety? I am in the process of getting my all on four and I just got the upper prosthetic put in . I have been having panic attacks and I can’t explain why. I have had to go to the doctor to get something for this overwhelming anxiety. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Kathryn

[@dan_kay]

I know exactly what you feel. Don't worry, that will fade away. You will get used to your new look, you will learn how to speak perfectly, and you will learn how to smile again and how intense. When I've got my temporary bridges in, I thought I would never be able to properly speak again or to get rid of the gallons of saliva that accumulated all of a sudden in my mouth. I thought I will never manage all that plastic in my mouth. Now, 8 weeks into the temporary bridge phase, I don't even feel it anymore. Good luck on your journey.

[@dan_kay]

Yep, most of the above. Especially not shoveling painkillers into my mouth like coal into a steam engine is a huge relief.

[@teresafraser3049]

I would love to hear you compare full dentures to now having implant dentures for there is a huge difference.....Full dentures are never as secure compared to implants

[@keshawoods56]

You are truly inspirational! Can u tell me how was the switch from removable dentures vs implants and why did u make that decision. I just got my last teeth pulled today. I have decided for my mouth to heal up completely before getting dentures and I am a diabetic. I said I would like to start off with removables and work my way and my bank account up to implants. And I have read that if your bone structures are not strong above your gums than you may not qualify for implants.

[@glennstephens1413]

Im getting mine done on the 14th of April and I’m hoping everything goes good I’m so terrified.