I just had 14 bottom teeth extracted today.I did my tops a few years ago and people need to understand that rotten teeth can poison you blood it's a healthy thing to do.I commend you and your a brave woman.Your teeth look beautiful I saw the other videos.
Best of luck to your wife...... I think the hardest part for me was coming to grips with the fact that I needed them......and wondering what my husband would think. Good for you for supporting her through this. It makes the whole thing much easier.
im watching this in 2019 age 48 and suffered teeth failure and this helped me thanks cuz i m known for my smile and this is crazy difficult to be honest
after seeing a beautiful woman like you expose yourself like this I just want to hug you and yoo made me more want to go forward with the issue I have ....I love you !!
@MrMeanderthal You are SO right and I should have mentioned that because that was another discussion we had in humanities. With men it's not so much about appearance, they don't have to worry about makeup, cosmetic surgery, etc-but men are definitely judged by their masculinity and any hint of a soft side isn't received well. Another social stigma that needs to be laid to rest. Thanks for your input!
I'm getting the extractions tomorrow. I truly appreciate your videos. They have helped me calm some fears. You're giving a tremendous gift to people like me by being open and discussing these issues.
Very awesome! I own a dental laboratory in Long Beach, CA and am a third generation dental lab owner where we have specialized in only dentures and removable prosthetics for over 60 years. We most of the time aren't able to see the outcome of what we create and its awesome to hear your stories!
Thank You so much for your videos! This is something I have struggled with as long as I can remember. I will be 35 in March and I finally made an appointment. Your vidoes helped me be confident that I am doing the right thing. When I was younger I struggled with not having straight teeth. After bad family genes, 3 kids, smoking, pop and coffee they have got worse. I NEVER SMILE! I started getting a lot of dental work done. Crowns, root canals, fillings and it was falling apart as fast as I was getting it done. I have my first appointment Jan. 20. Im super excited, even more excited after watching your videos. Thank You for giving me the confidence I need to go through with it. I am excited to finally smile, and wear lip stick! Its always been a hard subject for me to talk about too. You really helped this become a lot easier for me.
I just want to say thank you. You helped me feel so much better. I get a full extraction tomorrow and will leave with dentures in my mouth. I'm scared to death.. You nailed everything you talked about. Thanks for keeping it real. You look so beautiful with your dentures. I hope I look half as good. You made me feel less stressed also so thank you for that. I wish you the very best with your new baby coming. Thanks for sharing your views.☺
I'm 3 weeks out from my E day and I'm informed, but still nervous. It is a big change, but you're right, it's about health. My man is super excited for me, and for himself once I heal.
What an awesome story! So glad everything worked out for you and that you have such an amazing, supportive partner! That's half the battle right there! I had the baby in November, she's three months now:-)
It is a pleasure to listen to your wise words. I will soon get just a full prosthesis in the upper jaw and a partial one in the lower jaw after Christmas & New Year 2023. Periodontitis is the cause and I´m 72 years old. I have listened to several videos with you and it strengthens me a lot. Thanks!!
Someone wrote "too much psychology"? Really, well I really appreciate you sharing your thought process and how you are dealing with this and sharing your PERSONAL experience as a denture user! You took all the words out of my mouth!! Awesome vid! Wishing you the BEST!
Oh my gosh thank you so much, I've been struggling for YEARS now about the fact that my teeth are bad. I'm only 21 and I've got a front set of Dentures. Your message is beautiful and needs to be shared with those who have the same problem.
On January 1st of this year I won a contest through Golpa Dental Implant Center to receive the All-on-4 implants in Las Vegas. I will be getting it done in less than 3 weeks. Thanks so much for the advice!
Thank you so much for this. I just got an upper a week ago Monday. I like you had no choice with a history of bad teeth from a very early age. This was devastating to me and I'm still adjusting mentally and physically.
You are one of the greatest n beautiful woman in this world. Your words inspire me alots. Thank you so much my dear n God bless you and your family abundantly.
That's a good perspective. If you watch more of my videos, you will see that I also feel implants (in many cases) are more preferable to dentures. But many people don't have the financial option of getting implants, myself included. I have even entered a contest to win implants. So no, I am not a "denture manufacturer". I am a stay-at-home-mom who had bad teeth that had to go. Dentures were my only option. Please watch more of my videos and learn a little more about me before making assumptions.
Good on you for making and sharing this video. I have just been through the process of having an upper denture. I had awful teeth for many years and it affected my diet and my confidence hugely. I have been a professional singer for many years so that was also another worry when it came to having a denture. I would like to reassure anyone gong through this process that it is worth it in the end and I'm delighted with the results. I can now eat properly and it has had very little effect on my singing if anything it's slightly improved. I had the instant denture, yesterday was my last appointment where the denture is "refilled" after the gums have healed and receded. Now the fit is perfect again and I can literally eat anything. It has changed my life... At first it does feel like a mouth full of lego but you get used to it and it just feels normal. Thanks again to the brave lady for making this video. There is no shame in having false teeth... It isn't ideal but some people like myself have crappy genetics in the teeth department and no amount of brushing will save you! Good luck to anyone going through this.. It's awful having crappy ugly teeth I had almost 20 years of it ruining my appearance and confidence. Thankfully that's over now.
Would never ever know you have dentures. OMG you are beautiful!! Enjoy your good health. Hanging on to bad teeth are so dangerous. I am trying to get something done. I am scared.
I really appreciate this video. I am currently on a journey to getting partial dentures. After years of being ashamed of my mouth, afraid to smile around people, I'm actually excited! And I really don't care what people have to say about it. I feel I don't have to disclose such personal information with anyone that I am not close with. I am the only one who can make me happy, no one can do that for me. So I choose not to tell, and that is what will make me happy. Thanks again for this video.
In conclusion, when I was able to talk and eat, Rick always supported me during that time. Our friends really love my new smile, and Rick is still with me. I am very lucky to have Rick in my life......He was my anchor during the dentures adventure! :) Now I can smile, I feel better, I'm back at work as a flight attendant, and life is great. Your video made a lot of sense for sure. Good luck with your pregnancy!!!! God bless! Rob and Rick Martin, Seattle, WA
This happened with me as well and she helped me SO, SO much in getting through the process. Subscribe to her and check out her past vids. She is brilliant and gives the best and most supportive advice and shares experiences we ALL worry about who face this.
My mum bless her, never let anyone see her without her teeth even in the last week dying of cancer..she got dentures at her age, lived till 74 and she was open about having dentures but WAS NEVER seen without them. I get them in a few months at 57.....huge thanks for all your help!
I completely agree with you. I have not even looked and it's been 2 weeks since I got my top dentures. , it was a same day process so the pain and discomfort has and is so bad still. I am very uncomfortable with them out and I am having such a hard time in my head because of it. I am glad you posted this here. Thanks
I also have a friend in Colorado that I plan on meeting after a year of texting back and forth. It's a long story but he has some mental issues that will prevent me from seeking any more than a friendship with him. I am still nervous about telling him and by the time I meet him, I may have the dentures in so will see what happens but you are correct about tell those who are close to you about ones dentures.
it's good to hear the perspective from a young denture wearer. the problem lays more socially than functionally. The last case i had when i extracted 13 teeth from a early 40's lady, she was crying in the chair, not from pain from the extraction but from the fact that she was going to be losing the rest of her remaining teeth due to decay and will now need dentures.
You are wonderful! Just came across this video and know that some day soon I too may have to get dentures. It's worried me so much...that I've prolonged it. BTW...Congrats! Another baby, such a blessing. I just found out my daughter is having number two baby.
She is so wright. This is the truth even though a lot of people ignore it or hide it not a lot of people accept it. This lady is great i agree with her.
CONGRATS TO YOU!!! I liked your video but I want you to know something: In September of 2012, I found out I had a very nasty bad bacteria infection on my upper teeth, and had to have oral surgery w/ dentures put in after that....my Partner Rick has been with me for 25 years, and he was with me when we got the news about the oral surgery.....he was very supportive during that adventure. WHen my face swelled up and had bruises, he didn't leave....he stayed right by my bedside.
At first I thought you were going to be snobby about people wearing dentures. I kept listening though and was pleasantly surprised. I've spent nearly $20,000 in the past 18 years on root canals and caps But they fall off eventually. I have problems due to too much medications when I was a child. I didn't want to give up but I see the improvements since my Mom got her first set of dentures. Thank you for these videos. You're a lovely woman inside and out.
I have to comment on that. My girlfriend is 23 and she will be needing dentures and I accept her 100% whether or not her teeth are real. Advantage or not it's who you are in the inside that makes all the difference. Either you love them for them or you don't. Love doesn't discriminate.
Congrats! Another great video, thank you for taking time out to address these issues :) I am having all of my teeth pulled in 2 surgeries by the end of May and I won't lie, I'm scared. But I spoke to my girlfriend months ago about it and it's just something we both agreed is healthier and better than if I just keep getting root canals and work on teeth that will always be bad. Sometimes dentures are the best option. Cheers to you!
Actually, right out of the gate I thought you looked beautiful. Then I watched the whole video. And realized, you really are beautiful. Such a thoughtful insight and I thank you for it.
I can't believe you're wearing dentures!! You look FANTASTIC!!! WOW!! There's hope for me after all. I applaud your courage for making this video because you've given me hope! Thanks so much!!
I'm 79 and I feel the same way! I don't have a husband anymore but it was embarrassing when I was. The older you get, the worse you look so if your relationship is that shallow, you are going to be alone. Your spouse gets old too and REAL love grows with age because of your relationship, not your looks. If looks were love's criteria, nobody over 55 would be together!! It's just harder to accept imperfections when you're young and beautiful like most young people are. You are very beautiful not just because you're young but because you're smart, honest and real.
Thanks for the video, it was a very good explaination, of dentures, and how they made you feel. You are a very intelligent young lady, and down to earth. It is so true what you said about accepted people for who they are inside and not what they look like. That's why so many people are fooled because everything that looks good is not good for you, and it is about the spirit of who you are. Congrats on your pregnacy, keep smiling girl and love you telling like it is.
i think i'm in love with you...so well put and i enjoyed the "realness" of your message.... i'm having partials done in 2 weeks and i'm actually excited about that in a "good" way.. i'm sick of the pain, cost and aggravation of always having to deal with my dental issues... most of what i have to deal with is genetic and has been passed on to me by hereditary. since i will only have partials...i'm not at all ashamed or embarrassed being 52 and single (never been married)...so good luck to you
You are an absolute sweetheart and a gorgeous lady at that, dentures and all. I get my new dentures tomorrow. I have top dentures already but had my bottom teeth removed a couple weeks ago so I have to get new tops and bottoms. Im scared and excited at the same time. Weird emotions really. But I'll get the wax tryout to have a say in how my teeth will look in the end and they'll be whiter too. Can't wait to start eating crunchy stuff again, lol. Keep on doing what you are doing, you are helping more people than you know.
I agree with you . I don’t want anyone to see me without my teeth at all. I am having all of my teeth extracted soon but I already know that I am gonna do everything I can to keep anyone from seeing me without my teeth. I think I’m gonna get a surgical mask 😷 to use when I have to take them out and clean them or whatever I have to do. I am terrified but I am working on getting prepared mentally and I thank you for doing these videos. Have a wonderful day
Hi Kristi, nice to see and hear from you again. Thank you for every word of inspiration you have given us. I am so so happy for you and your family on your new arrival. GOD bless you all and take care of yourself. XOxo Linda :D
i did hide this from someone i wa swith for 3 years i actually lived with hi but he was alot younger than me as it was and i he had never seen me before dentures and i had such bad teeth, so for me dentrues was a wonderful blessing, but, at the time i only had the uppers and i cant believe he never noticed , finally i told him, that relationship did finally end, my next partner is my age and i was able to tell him after sometime of dating and he is fine with it, and i had to spend 6 months without lowers because i had to have a secondary surgury on my gums because the gums healed boney and i had to get them shaved down, so all the healing time and the time it took to have them made,i had my bfs support and he never judged me!!
thanks so muuuch! I'll be 28 this month and I'm realizing I need dentures. every time I brush chips come off so I'm damned if I do and damned if I don't you know. And the spouse thing... is what I was worried about. he has a perfect smile, and I did too until about 5 years ago. so I thank you for the encouragement. now I just need more info on dentures...:)
Kristi, I'm so glad you made this video I am getting gum therapy to see if I can save my 4 front teeth but if not I'm going to be fine if I need an upper denture. Continue...
Kalin, First of all congratulations and I do hope you have a girl. Your an excellent role model for any young girl growing up today. Second I'd like to thank you for giving me the courage to get my dentures. It's been about a month since they were done and I still don't speak too well, but they were worth it. I'm about twice your age and put it off as long as I could. I only wish now that I did it sooner, it would have saved me a lot of other troubles that came about. Again thank you .
Thank you for your videos they are very informative for me. Im about to have all my teeth pulled. For my 30th birthday I have finally decided to get them removed.. tired of being in pain which I know you understand. Im so nervous so its nice to know information up front. So thank you!
as usual, enjoyed every minute, I wish you the Best Happy Healthy Pregnancy, there was so much wisdom in what you said that aside from dentures, it was just plain good dam advice for anyone to take.
CONGRATSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSs.... Blessings to you. (I should be getting my dentures in a month or two...YIKERS!!)
Another great video :) We are def blessed to have open minded hubbys that care more about us than our teeth! I couldnt imagine my hubby not knowing or excepting that fact about me.Hes 33 & Ill be 33 next month,I guess after 15 years together & 13 years of marriage there isnt anything we dont know/except about one another.Congrats again on baby #4!
I think it's quite courageous of you to share your experiences as you have. I stumbled upon your video and feel the need to offer a comment. I am a dentist, in practice 23 years, placed hundreds of dentures. My concern given your young age is the future outlook for your ability to function with the denture as you age. The problem stems from the reality that once the teeth are gone the bone resorbs. This effect is more pronounced in the lower arch.
I'm one week into having dentures. I don't wear them much right now because my mouth is so swollen but I can't wait to have them in all day. I have a very important question. How long did it take you to feel "normal" wearing your dentures? And how long did it take you to talk good with your dentures. Your videos are helping me so much and I want to thank you for being a support to us young women with dentures. I'm just starting my journey and my mouth is very painful.
Anne Dempster Although I got my upper plate years ago (like in 1962) I had the dentures put in immediately. I was only 17. At first I told everyone immediately. But since I was so young they kept thinking that I meant I had my teeth "fixed" not pulled. I think after about 6 weeks of wearing them every day - not taking them out except to clean them, I no longer had a lot of pain. Of course, you have to toughen up your gums and eventually the upper teeth feel just like your real teeth. The lower teeth are a different thing. I still take my lower teeth out at night. I think it would be wise to invest in permanent teeth for the lowers. I'm thinking of doing it even though I am very old now.
My wife is going to be getting dentures soon and we wanted to learn more about the process so we started watching video's. This is how we ran across your video's and i must say, my wife has been very nervous about this journey but she has become more relaxed since watching your videos. We have talked to the dentist about the options and obviously thier first choice of treatment is implants, ofcourse it is they make way more money on that. But like you we are also a family of 5 on one income.
Here are millions of us and it's okay! Just be sure they look and fit the way you want or they will be a big problem! If your teeth are bad, it's better! You feel cleaner, look better and no more pain!
thanks for posting this video. if my significant other needs denture, i don't see any issues with that. I think it's very important to have rotten teeth removed and dentures can be a very good way to replace them. there should be no shame in wearing dentures tho it might be unexpected for someone younger. but even though it's not expected, dentures is nonetheless a good solution for some people. most issues i have with people wear dentures is it not fitting or can't eat right.
thank you I've been afraid to date and putting my life on hold due to having radiotherapy that destroyed my gums causing my teeth to come out and getting dentures 💗
If a woman has a problem with your denture, she is not the kind of woman you should be dating. As long as you are a good guy with a good attitude and know how to treat people, your denture shouldn't create problems for you in the dating world. If the tables were turned and I found out my husband wore dentures, I would have still dated him because he is a great guy with a great personality. If a woman has a problem with your dentures, keep moving.
I could not imagine lying or hiding who I am/what I'm made of to anyone. I can understand not mentioning it in the very early stages of getting to know someone, but once you enter into a relationship if you cant be honest, than you're not even giving the person the chance to accept you for who you are. Congrats on the 4th! Which makes me wonder, did your experience help to shape you as a diligent mom when it comes to teaching your kids about dental hygiene?
Been watching your vids and your journey. I am impressed with your courage to share your experiences. I agree 100% that it should never be a secret about anything health wise you suffer from you hide from your spouse. I'm just curious as to how you hid the condition of your teeth from the man you married. Did you never open your mouth at all even when dating? That aside to me as a man I wouldn't care if the woman I married had a double mastectomy, a glass eye or couldn't have kids. Our journey simply takes a different path. Happily, orthodontic problems are a cosmetic one that has a relatively small fix in the big scheme of life. You happen to be an extremely attractive woman and your new smile is an inspiration to anyone who watches also in need of dental work. Feel confident that your husband is one lucky man!
I know so many beautiful women with low self-esteem and struggle that I do not wish for myself at all. so yes, beauty is inner state. I got it after 45, sadly. However we all exist in the time and place where we suppose to be. this very message took off a heavy load of my own"lost years" and "failed relationships". Now I, for the first time in a long time thinking about meeting the guy. Except now I have much better view of what kind he has to be. Turn out : I become less judgmental.
First off...let me say Congrats!!!...and well said on the topic :) That is what I did showed my boyfriend your video...and that eased things for him. :)
I would STRONGLY suggest you find a way to have 2 implants placed in the lower jaw in the canine position if possible. The presence of the implants will preserve and support the bone in this area and prevent the resorptive phenomenon. The denture can be made to snap in place over the implants and will significantly improve the function of the denture. Long term you will prevent some serious potential future issues. DO IT now why you are young and have the bone available! Cost can be less than 4K
I was raised by parents to do not believe in dental care. When I turned 18 years old I went to the dentist for cleaning, he said I would have dentures by the time I was 24 because of a lack of dental care of the child. I'm 42 now I tried to save him as long as I could. There's no getting around it I'm going in for dentures on October 1. I am scared to death, did you have any problems getting used to your dentures such as gagging?. Congratulations on the new baby on the way.
you are beautiful inside and out. and you are just so inpiring to listen too. i could watch your videos all day. you just made me a little bit stronger. thank you for your videos
I'm so glade you hear the message you are sending out in this video I wish I knew your actual name so that I I could be more personal as a friend because you are a spiritual person and delivering as a messanger as the gift of Gods chosen which I could immediatly understand now a little more about you.... and just why God plucked you out to do a job as he chose you as his messanger to serve others in need so that you will be the Blessing and the gift of grace for those you are the messanger sent to restore their souls and healing hearts of pain as their in need you have become Gids chosen to serve in their lives.....He has found Faith in you my friend ..... it will not always be easy but it will be so worth it for with this gift you shall witness Gods devine Holy spiritul love on the mussions you are goung to be provided you my dear have been blessed I am so proud of you even that much more ..... Im going to be moving to North Carolina but I hope to be able to keep in contact with you because I will be having my Dentures done there. as well as my other illnesses my M.S and my Chemotherapy treatments and my Heart surgery alot is going on with me Health wise and I am a inspirational speaker as well..... very much a,Christian and live by Gods devine Grace and his will immediately also. Thank you for the ability of helping me and all of your group of people. I know what it means to be heard unfortunately I also know what its like to not be heard So God c Bledscyo can i contact you anytime from there as I will want to ask you questions I know . ...... God s Love and Blessings to you and Congradulations to you and your family fot the greatest Gift to you all on your new little angel you have been blessed with in your lives ....... Amen
I will tell you this. If you where not married I would of asked you out. You are gorgeous even with dentures. Love your smile, hair and those gorgeous eyes. and congrats on the 4th baby... :)
Hi Kristi, am I correct in recalling that you went to Coast Dental for your tooth extractions and dentures? My brother, at 28, went to Coast Dental in Orlando 3 yrs ago and is THRILLED with their work and I have an appt with Coast Dental next week in Boynton Beach for a consult to discuss removing all my teeth (what I have left) and getting upper and lower dentures (I'm 46). Also, this video helped my husband come to grips with my decision, of which I thank you with all my heart! Susy K.
Agree with you 100% . I have had mine for than 25 years since I was young. I use this issue as a test of the relationship. I don't say this on a fist date naturally. But if I feel it may go somewhere, then I reveal. If they don't except it, I know that person does not accept the whole me. I have never have had anyone react negatively. I Don't let this define you and how lovable you are. I am to the point, I don't even care anymore. Yeah! I am partially fake and plastic")
@stanley526 Thank you! Have you been practicing speaking to yourself? In your spare time you should read things out loud and focus on the sounds you are having problems with and keep practicing until you get used to saying it properly. I said the same thing about wishing I had done it sooner but hey, better late than never!
I just had 14 bottom teeth extracted today.I did my tops a few years ago and people need to understand that rotten teeth can poison you blood it's a healthy thing to do.I commend you and your a brave woman.Your teeth look beautiful I saw the other videos.
Best of luck to your wife...... I think the hardest part for me was coming to grips with the fact that I needed them......and wondering what my husband would think. Good for you for supporting her through this. It makes the whole thing much easier.
im watching this in 2019 age 48 and suffered teeth failure and this helped me thanks cuz i m known for my smile and this is crazy difficult to be honest
after seeing a beautiful woman like you expose yourself like this I just want to hug you and yoo made me more want to go forward with the issue I have ....I love you !!
@MrMeanderthal You are SO right and I should have mentioned that because that was another discussion we had in humanities. With men it's not so much about appearance, they don't have to worry about makeup, cosmetic surgery, etc-but men are definitely judged by their masculinity and any hint of a soft side isn't received well. Another social stigma that needs to be laid to rest. Thanks for your input!
I'm getting the extractions tomorrow. I truly appreciate your videos. They have helped me calm some fears. You're giving a tremendous gift to people like me by being open and discussing these issues.
I hope you are well and it has worked out. I wish I could get up the nerve to take the plunge!
Very awesome! I own a dental laboratory in Long Beach, CA and am a third generation dental lab owner where we have specialized in only dentures and removable prosthetics for over 60 years. We most of the time aren't able to see the outcome of what we create and its awesome to hear your stories!
Honestly this video made me feel so much better about getting dentures. Thank you, thank you, thank you for telling your story .
Thank You so much for your videos! This is something I have struggled with as long as I can remember. I will be 35 in March and I finally made an appointment. Your vidoes helped me be confident that I am doing the right thing. When I was younger I struggled with not having straight teeth. After bad family genes, 3 kids, smoking, pop and coffee they have got worse. I NEVER SMILE! I started getting a lot of dental work done. Crowns, root canals, fillings and it was falling apart as fast as I was getting it done. I have my first appointment Jan. 20. Im super excited, even more excited after watching your videos. Thank You for giving me the confidence I need to go through with it. I am excited to finally smile, and wear lip stick! Its always been a hard subject for me to talk about too. You really helped this become a lot easier for me.
I just want to say thank you. You helped me feel so much better. I get a full extraction tomorrow and will leave with dentures in my mouth. I'm scared to death.. You nailed everything you talked about. Thanks for keeping it real. You look so beautiful with your dentures. I hope I look half as good. You made me feel less stressed also so thank you for that. I wish you the very best with your new baby coming. Thanks for sharing your views.☺
I'm 3 weeks out from my E day and I'm informed, but still nervous. It is a big change, but you're right, it's about health. My man is super excited for me, and for himself once I heal.
You're a true inspiration. I really needed to hear this. My husband finds my beautiful even if I have my new denture. Thank you!
What an awesome story! So glad everything worked out for you and that you have such an amazing, supportive partner! That's half the battle right there! I had the baby in November, she's three months now:-)
It is a pleasure to listen to your wise words.
I will soon get just a full prosthesis in the upper jaw and a partial one in the lower jaw after Christmas & New Year 2023. Periodontitis is the cause and I´m 72 years old. I have listened to several videos with you and it strengthens me a lot. Thanks!!
Someone wrote "too much psychology"? Really, well I really appreciate you sharing your thought process and how you are dealing with this and sharing your PERSONAL experience as a denture user! You took all the words out of my mouth!! Awesome vid! Wishing you the BEST!
Oh my gosh thank you so much, I've been struggling for YEARS now about the fact that my teeth are bad.
I'm only 21 and I've got a front set of Dentures.
Your message is beautiful and needs to be shared with those who have the same problem.
On January 1st of this year I won a contest through Golpa Dental Implant Center to receive the All-on-4 implants in Las Vegas. I will be getting it done in less than 3 weeks. Thanks so much for the advice!
Thank you so much for this. I just got an upper a week ago Monday. I like you had no choice with a history of bad teeth from a very early age. This was devastating to me and I'm still adjusting mentally and physically.
You are one of the greatest n beautiful woman in this world. Your words inspire me alots. Thank you so much my dear n God bless you and your family abundantly.
That's a good perspective. If you watch more of my videos, you will see that I also feel implants (in many cases) are more preferable to dentures. But many people don't have the financial option of getting implants, myself included. I have even entered a contest to win implants. So no, I am not a "denture manufacturer". I am a stay-at-home-mom who had bad teeth that had to go. Dentures were my only option. Please watch more of my videos and learn a little more about me before making assumptions.
I just got mine and I'm very happy about it.
Good on you for making and sharing this video.
I have just been through the process of having an upper denture.
I had awful teeth for many years and it affected my diet and my confidence hugely.
I have been a professional singer for many years so that was also another worry when it came to having a denture.
I would like to reassure anyone gong through this process that it is worth it in the end and I'm delighted with the results. I can now eat properly and it has had very little effect on my singing if anything it's slightly improved.
I had the instant denture, yesterday was my last appointment where the denture is "refilled" after the gums have healed and receded. Now the fit is perfect again and I can literally eat anything.
It has changed my life... At first it does feel like a mouth full of lego but you get used to it and it just feels normal.
Thanks again to the brave lady for making this video. There is no shame in having false teeth... It isn't ideal but some people like myself have crappy genetics in the teeth department and no amount of brushing will save you! Good luck to anyone going through this.. It's awful having crappy ugly teeth I had almost 20 years of it ruining my appearance and confidence. Thankfully that's over now.
Would never ever know you have dentures. OMG you are beautiful!! Enjoy your good health. Hanging on to bad teeth are so dangerous. I am trying to get something done. I am scared.
I really appreciate this video. I am currently on a journey to getting partial dentures. After years of being ashamed of my mouth, afraid to smile around people, I'm actually excited! And I really don't care what people have to say about it. I feel I don't have to disclose such personal information with anyone that I am not close with. I am the only one who can make me happy, no one can do that for me. So I choose not to tell, and that is what will make me happy. Thanks again for this video.
In conclusion, when I was able to talk and eat, Rick always supported me during that time. Our friends really love my new smile, and Rick is still with me. I am very lucky to have Rick in my life......He was my anchor during the dentures adventure! :) Now I can smile, I feel better, I'm back at work as a flight attendant, and life is great. Your video made a lot of sense for sure. Good luck with your pregnancy!!!! God bless! Rob and Rick Martin, Seattle, WA
Congrats on the pregnancy you look beautiful.
This happened with me as well and she helped me SO, SO much in getting through the process. Subscribe to her and check out her past vids. She is brilliant and gives the best and most supportive advice and shares experiences we ALL worry about who face this.
My mum bless her, never let anyone see her without her teeth even in the last week dying of cancer..she got dentures at her age, lived till 74 and she was open about having dentures but WAS NEVER seen without them. I get them in a few months at 57.....huge thanks for all your help!
I completely agree with you. I have not even looked and it's been 2 weeks since I got my top dentures. , it was a same day process so the pain and discomfort has and is so bad still. I am very uncomfortable with them out and I am having such a hard time in my head because of it. I am glad you posted this here. Thanks
I also have a friend in Colorado that I plan on meeting after a year of texting back and forth.
It's a long story but he has some mental issues that will prevent me from seeking any more than a friendship with him. I am still nervous about telling him and by the time I meet him, I may have the dentures in so will see what happens but you are correct about tell those who are close to you about ones dentures.
it's good to hear the perspective from a young denture wearer. the problem lays more socially than functionally. The last case i had when i extracted 13 teeth from a early 40's lady, she was crying in the chair, not from pain from the extraction but from the fact that she was going to be losing the rest of her remaining teeth due to decay and will now need dentures.
You are wonderful! Just came across this video and know that some day soon I too may have to get dentures. It's worried me so much...that I've prolonged it. BTW...Congrats! Another baby, such a blessing. I just found out my daughter is having number two baby.
Good relationship advice. If you're partner's not going to be supportive, then you've got the wrong partner.
monikah12345 That's for sure. I had a jerk for a husband. He is no longer my husband.
Good to see a new video from you. Congratulations on the news. All the best to you and your hubby.
Thank u for all the great information and for just being there you helped me at a very difficult time, I am so grateful.
She is so wright. This is the truth even though a lot of people ignore it or hide it not a lot of people accept it. This lady is great i agree with her.
CONGRATS TO YOU!!! I liked your video but I want you to know something: In September of 2012, I found out I had a very nasty bad bacteria infection on my upper teeth, and had to have oral surgery w/ dentures put in after that....my Partner Rick has been with me for 25 years, and he was with me when we got the news about the oral surgery.....he was very supportive during that adventure. WHen my face swelled up and had bruises, he didn't leave....he stayed right by my bedside.
CONGRATS! I am so happy for you..Can't wait to see the new baby. WOW 4 kids. And you are still so beautiful!
At first I thought you were going to be snobby about people wearing dentures. I kept listening though and was pleasantly surprised. I've spent nearly $20,000 in the past 18 years on root canals and caps But they fall off eventually. I have problems due to too much medications when I was a child. I didn't want to give up but I see the improvements since my Mom got her first set of dentures. Thank you for these videos. You're a lovely woman inside and out.
I have to comment on that. My girlfriend is 23 and she will be needing dentures and I accept her 100% whether or not her teeth are real. Advantage or not it's who you are in the inside that makes all the difference. Either you love them for them or you don't. Love doesn't discriminate.
Congrats! Another great video, thank you for taking time out to address these issues :) I am having all of my teeth pulled in 2 surgeries by the end of May and I won't lie, I'm scared. But I spoke to my girlfriend months ago about it and it's just something we both agreed is healthier and better than if I just keep getting root canals and work on teeth that will always be bad. Sometimes dentures are the best option. Cheers to you!
Actually, right out of the gate I thought you looked beautiful. Then I watched the whole video. And realized, you really are beautiful. Such a thoughtful insight and I thank you for it.
I can't believe you're wearing dentures!! You look FANTASTIC!!! WOW!! There's hope for me after all. I applaud your courage for making this video because you've given me hope! Thanks so much!!
I'm 79 and I feel the same way! I don't have a husband anymore but it was embarrassing when I was. The older you get, the worse you look so if your relationship is that shallow, you are going to be alone. Your spouse gets old too and REAL love grows with age because of your relationship, not your looks. If looks were love's criteria, nobody over 55 would be together!! It's just harder to accept imperfections when you're young and beautiful like most young people are. You are very beautiful not just because you're young but because you're smart, honest and real.
Thanks for the video, it was a very good explaination, of dentures, and how they made you feel. You are a very intelligent young lady, and down to earth. It is so true what you said about accepted people for who they are inside and not what they look like. That's why so many people are fooled because everything that looks good is not good for you, and it is about the spirit of who you are. Congrats on your pregnacy, keep smiling girl and love you telling like it is.
i think i'm in love with you...so well put and i enjoyed the "realness" of your message....
i'm having partials done in 2 weeks and i'm actually excited about that in a "good" way..
i'm sick of the pain, cost and aggravation of always having to deal with my dental issues...
most of what i have to deal with is genetic and has been passed on to me by hereditary.
since i will only have partials...i'm not at all ashamed or embarrassed being 52 and single (never been married)...so good luck to you
Your dentures look good!!! That's amazing. I will be getting mine soon
im 29 and i just started wearing dentures . i had bad issues with my mouth . but your video's inspired me :)
man i was very moved watching this video you made, beauty is on the inside
You are an absolute sweetheart and a gorgeous lady at that, dentures and all. I get my new dentures tomorrow. I have top dentures already but had my bottom teeth removed a couple weeks ago so I have to get new tops and bottoms. Im scared and excited at the same time. Weird emotions really. But I'll get the wax tryout to have a say in how my teeth will look in the end and they'll be whiter too. Can't wait to start eating crunchy stuff again, lol. Keep on doing what you are doing, you are helping more people than you know.
I agree with you . I don’t want anyone to see me without my teeth at all. I am having all of my teeth extracted soon but I already know that I am gonna do everything I can to keep anyone from seeing me without my teeth. I think I’m gonna get a surgical mask 😷 to use when I have to take them out and clean them or whatever I have to do. I am terrified but I am working on getting prepared mentally and I thank you for doing these videos. Have a wonderful day
God bless you sweetie. You are so on point and an inspiration to us all .Thank you.
Helen Hixon thank you so much❤️
Hi Kristi, nice to see and hear from you again. Thank you for every word of inspiration you have given us. I am so so happy for you and your family on your new arrival. GOD bless you all and take care of yourself. XOxo Linda :D
i did hide this from someone i wa swith for 3 years i actually lived with hi but he was alot younger than me as it was and i he had never seen me before dentures and i had such bad teeth, so for me dentrues was a wonderful blessing, but, at the time i only had the uppers and i cant believe he never noticed , finally i told him, that relationship did finally end, my next partner is my age and i was able to tell him after sometime of dating and he is fine with it, and i had to spend 6 months without lowers because i had to have a secondary surgury on my gums because the gums healed boney and i had to get them shaved down, so all the healing time and the time it took to have them made,i had my bfs support and he never judged me!!
CONGRATS TO YOU ALL!!! tHAT IS GOING TO BE ONE GORGEOUS BABE! Cheers! ~Tina
thanks so muuuch! I'll be 28 this month and I'm realizing I need dentures. every time I brush chips come off so I'm damned if I do and damned if I don't you know. And the spouse thing... is what I was worried about. he has a perfect smile, and I did too until about 5 years ago. so I thank you for the encouragement. now I just need more info on dentures...:)
Kristi,
I'm so glad you made this video
I am getting gum therapy to see if I can save my 4 front teeth but if not I'm going to be fine if I need an upper denture. Continue...
I'd NEVER lie to a beautiful women like yourself WOW ,you blow my mind girl !!!Much love
Kalin, First of all congratulations and I do hope you have a girl. Your an excellent role model for any young girl growing up today. Second I'd like to thank you for giving me the courage to get my dentures. It's been about a month since they were done and I still don't speak too well, but they were worth it. I'm about twice your age and put it off as long as I could. I only wish now that I did it sooner, it would have saved me a lot of other troubles that came about. Again thank you .
congratulation on your 4th child. I have only one and have no idea how to take care of 4 ;-) wish you well. Thanks for the videos... Keep us posted
Thank you for your videos they are very informative for me. Im about to have all my teeth pulled. For my 30th birthday I have finally decided to get them removed.. tired of being in pain which I know you understand. Im so nervous so its nice to know information up front. So thank you!
Trinidad Rodriguez good for you
thank you
I am a denture newbie, less than a week for me..hope you are doing great.
Your "messy house" looks better than mine do on its cleanest day hahaha. I love your videos I find them very inspiring.
Thank you for your candid and honest videos. Congratulations on your pregnancy! :)
as usual, enjoyed every minute, I wish you the Best Happy Healthy Pregnancy, there was so much wisdom in what you said that aside from dentures, it was just plain good dam advice for anyone to take.
CONGRATSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSs....
Blessings to you.
(I should be getting my dentures in a month or two...YIKERS!!)
Another great video :) We are def blessed to have open minded hubbys that care more about us than our teeth! I couldnt imagine my hubby not knowing or excepting that fact about me.Hes 33 & Ill be 33 next month,I guess after 15 years together & 13 years of marriage there isnt anything we dont know/except about one another.Congrats again on baby #4!
I think it's quite courageous of you to share your experiences as you have. I stumbled upon your video and feel the need to offer a comment. I am a dentist, in practice 23 years, placed hundreds of dentures. My concern given your young age is the future outlook for your ability to function with the denture as you age. The problem stems from the reality that once the teeth are gone the bone resorbs. This effect is more pronounced in the lower arch.
I'm one week into having dentures. I don't wear them much right now because my mouth is so swollen but I can't wait to have them in all day. I have a very important question. How long did it take you to feel "normal" wearing your dentures? And how long did it take you to talk good with your dentures. Your videos are helping me so much and I want to thank you for being a support to us young women with dentures. I'm just starting my journey and my mouth is very painful.
Anne Dempster Although I got my upper plate years ago (like in 1962) I had the dentures put in immediately. I was only 17. At first I told everyone immediately. But since I was so young they kept thinking that I meant I had my teeth "fixed" not pulled. I think after about 6 weeks of wearing them every day - not taking them out except to clean them, I no longer had a lot of pain. Of course, you have to toughen up your gums and eventually the upper teeth feel just like your real teeth. The lower teeth are a different thing. I still take my lower teeth out at night. I think it would be wise to invest in permanent teeth for the lowers. I'm thinking of doing it even though I am very old now.
My wife is going to be getting dentures soon and we wanted to learn more about the process so we started watching video's. This is how we ran across your video's and i must say, my wife has been very nervous about this journey but she has become more relaxed since watching your videos. We have talked to the dentist about the options and obviously thier first choice of treatment is implants, ofcourse it is they make way more money on that. But like you we are also a family of 5 on one income.
Just had my last for teeth removed. Will be getting dentures soon. 50 yo male
Here are millions of us and it's okay! Just be sure they look and fit the way you want or they will be a big problem! If your teeth are bad, it's better! You feel cleaner, look better and no more pain!
thanks for posting this video. if my significant other needs denture, i don't see any issues with that. I think it's very important to have rotten teeth removed and dentures can be a very good way to replace them. there should be no shame in wearing dentures tho it might be unexpected for someone younger. but even though it's not expected, dentures is nonetheless a good solution for some people. most issues i have with people wear dentures is it not fitting or can't eat right.
thank you I've been afraid to date and putting my life on hold due to having radiotherapy that destroyed my gums causing my teeth to come out and getting dentures 💗
Ive been afraid to date as well turned down alot of good prospects im only 3 months in tho!
I like your honesty .. and there will be some who wont agree but they have their eyes still shut unfortunately.. Btw your teeth look amazing :)
@nannapower2007 Thanks! Yeah four kids shouldn't be *too* challenging. I think once you break the two child barrier it's all downhill LOL.
Hey, Congratulations!!! I'm happy for you.. :-) Another blessing. Godbless!!
Congratulations!
If a woman has a problem with your denture, she is not the kind of woman you should be dating. As long as you are a good guy with a good attitude and know how to treat people, your denture shouldn't create problems for you in the dating world. If the tables were turned and I found out my husband wore dentures, I would have still dated him because he is a great guy with a great personality. If a woman has a problem with your dentures, keep moving.
I could not imagine lying or hiding who I am/what I'm made of to anyone. I can understand not mentioning it in the very early stages of getting to know someone, but once you enter into a relationship if you cant be honest, than you're not even giving the person the chance to accept you for who you are.
Congrats on the 4th! Which makes me wonder, did your experience help to shape you as a diligent mom when it comes to teaching your kids about dental hygiene?
Congrats!! So happy for you. Wishing you all the best.
You are a totally beautiful girl, inside and out. Enjoy your pregnancy, savor, savor, savor.
Been watching your vids and your journey. I am impressed with your courage to share your experiences. I agree 100% that it should never be a secret about anything health wise you suffer from you hide from your spouse. I'm just curious as to how you hid the condition of your teeth from the man you married. Did you never open your mouth at all even when dating? That aside to me as a man I wouldn't care if the woman I married had a double mastectomy, a glass eye or couldn't have kids. Our journey simply takes a different path. Happily, orthodontic problems are a cosmetic one that has a relatively small fix in the big scheme of life. You happen to be an extremely attractive woman and your new smile is an inspiration to anyone who watches also in need of dental work. Feel confident that your husband is one lucky man!
just got the news today that I'll be needing dentures, I'm stressed out beyond belief!! this video helped..
I know so many beautiful women with low self-esteem and struggle that I do not wish for myself at all. so yes, beauty is inner state. I got it after 45, sadly. However we all exist in the time and place where we suppose to be. this very message took off a heavy load of my own"lost years" and "failed relationships". Now I, for the first time in a long time thinking about meeting the guy. Except now I have much better view of what kind he has to be. Turn out : I become less judgmental.
Kalinjax you are beautiful on a scale from 1 to 10 your a 10 easly you have a beautiful smile
First off...let me say Congrats!!!...and well said on the topic :) That is what I did showed my boyfriend your video...and that eased things for him. :)
I would STRONGLY suggest you find a way to have 2 implants placed in the lower jaw in the canine position if possible. The presence of the implants will preserve and support the bone in this area and prevent the resorptive phenomenon. The denture can be made to snap in place over the implants and will significantly improve the function of the denture. Long term you will prevent some serious potential future issues. DO IT now why you are young and have the bone available! Cost can be less than 4K
Well spoken.. Congrats on the news..
I was raised by parents to do not believe in dental care. When I turned 18 years old I went to the dentist for cleaning, he said I would have dentures by the time I was 24 because of a lack of dental care of the child. I'm 42 now I tried to save him as long as I could. There's no getting around it I'm going in for dentures on October 1. I am scared to death, did you have any problems getting used to your dentures such as gagging?. Congratulations on the new baby on the way.
you are beautiful inside and out. and you are just so inpiring to listen too.
i could watch your videos all day. you just made me a little bit stronger.
thank you for your videos
I'm glad to see you here, talking about our issue again, Kristi.
I'm so glade you hear the message you are sending out in this video
I wish I knew your actual name so that I I could be more personal as a friend because you are a spiritual person and delivering as a messanger as the gift of Gods chosen which I could immediatly understand now a little more about you....
and just why God plucked you out to do a job as he chose you as his messanger to serve others in need
so that you will be the Blessing and the gift of grace for those you are the messanger sent to restore their souls and healing hearts of pain as their in need you have become Gids chosen to serve in their lives.....He has found Faith in you my friend .....
it will not always be easy but it will be so worth it for with this gift you shall witness Gods devine Holy spiritul love on the mussions you are goung to be provided
you my dear have been blessed
I am so proud of you even that much more .....
Im going to be moving to
North Carolina but I hope to be able to keep in contact with you because I will be having my Dentures done there.
as well as my other illnesses my M.S and my Chemotherapy treatments and my Heart surgery
alot is going on with me Health wise and I am a inspirational speaker as well.....
very much a,Christian and live by Gods devine Grace and his will immediately also.
Thank you for the ability of helping me and all of your group of people.
I know what it means to be heard
unfortunately I also know what its like to not be heard
So God c Bledscyo
can i contact you anytime from there as I will want to ask you questions I know . ......
God s Love and Blessings to you and Congradulations to you and your family fot the greatest Gift to you all on your new little angel you have been blessed with in your lives .......
Amen
Congrats!
congratulations on the baby xxx
I love that you did this video!!!!!
Congrats!!!!!
I could listen to you for hours
I will tell you this. If you where not married I would of asked you out. You are gorgeous even with dentures. Love your smile, hair and those gorgeous eyes. and congrats on the 4th baby... :)
Hi Kristi, am I correct in recalling that you went to Coast Dental for your tooth extractions and dentures? My brother, at 28, went to Coast Dental in Orlando 3 yrs ago and is THRILLED with their work and I have an appt with Coast Dental next week in Boynton Beach for a consult to discuss removing all my teeth (what I have left) and getting upper and lower dentures (I'm 46). Also, this video helped my husband come to grips with my decision, of which I thank you with all my heart! Susy K.
@scrim061 Thank you!
Agree with you 100% . I have had mine for than 25 years since I was young. I use this issue as a test of the relationship. I don't say this on a fist date naturally. But if I feel it may go somewhere, then I reveal. If they don't except it, I know that person does not accept the whole me. I have never have had anyone react negatively. I Don't let this define you and how lovable you are. I am to the point, I don't even care anymore. Yeah! I am partially fake and plastic")
@stanley526 Thank you! Have you been practicing speaking to yourself? In your spare time you should read things out loud and focus on the sounds you are having problems with and keep practicing until you get used to saying it properly. I said the same thing about wishing I had done it sooner but hey, better late than never!