Bad teeth at 20....?

Hey.I am 20 years old and my teeth have become so bad that I think I might need some of them taken out, certainly the top one's anyway. I have natrually very weak teeth but it is mainly due to past drug use that my teeth are so bad. My problem is that I am really embarassed about how bad my teeth are at such a young age so I am terrified of going to the dentist to get them fixed. I am able to get free dental treatment on the UK's NHS but I am only able to get dentures, I would need to pay to get implants (which i can't afford at the moment).





So I guess I'm just looking for you guys to put my mind at ease, I have an appointment in two days. Dentures is not ideal at such a young age but I know that its way better than having ugly teeth - but I am still really nervous about going.





Also, is it possible to get dentures for say 1-2 years and then get implants at a later date when I can afford them? because I know that no teeth damages the bone which may prevent implants at later date

Bad teeth at 20....?
Are your teeth damaged from methamphetamine? I'm not asking to judge you, but to get some idea of how "bad" they might be.





Here's the deal. If your dentist is advising dentures, particularly for the upper teeth, do that. I guarantee that you will feel 100% (at least) better about their appearance. You will have to adjust to not having teeth, and I'm sure you'll do fine. One of the biggest things about an upper denture is that it covers your palate, altering how you taste food.





Given your age (20) and the fact that you probably have lots of bone, I strongly encourage you to get implants as soon as you can. Over time you will loose much of the bone that usually supports the teeth, so sooner is definitely better. FYI: you don't have to get 8-10 implants, either. Getting 4 on the top will greatly improve your quality of life with a denture as it will allow you to have a denture that has an open palate and just less plastic in your mouth in general.





Try to be really honest with your dentist about your fears, concerns, etc as the only way he can address them is if he knows about them. Again, I'm sure you'll do superbly.





Good luck!
Reply:can you get veneers to cover them?
Reply:The Dentist is there to help you, not judge you and lecture you for your bad teeth. Be sure to make a list of questions for him, like the one you have about maybe not being able to have implants later. That way, you won't forget anything, and you'll be prepared. Good luck!
Reply:i would say get the implants now .....even if u dont think u can afford them.....put them on credit! i mean what r they gonna do? send the repo guys to take ur teeth back??????
Reply:You should be able to get implants later on but its a lot of pain. One of our friends got them and they spilit open the gum to put this titatiam curved piece in and then you have to wait until that all heals and attaches with your jaw.


then they put the teeth in so your basically going a month with no teeth at all. I don't think dentures are as bad as that.. couldn't just get porcelin caps huh?
Reply:Im in the same boat you are. but mine are due to never drinking milk, or eating any calcium once so ever.


Its a bit relieving to know im not the only one with this problem on my mind.


and look at the brightside, I live in the states, atleast you have the UK's utopian like policy to pay for the dentures if you go that rought.





Best of luck
Reply:50 years ago, it was the norm to get dentures at young age - my Mum was 15, and had had polio. Her mother had all her teeth knocked out (and those of her 3 younger sisters) to prevent a reoccurance of the disease. I wouldn't worry to much, I never realised my Mum had false teeth 'till I was about 15 and found her brushing her teeth (holding them in her hands over the bathroom sink). It never freaked me out, and as I am now in a similar situation to you, I have been contemplating them. I see no down side really, the glue is good enough that you can eat steak normally, my only problem is that I don't think I qualify to get them for free, and I can't afford to pay for them (where I am they can be over $1000 after public health helps...) BTW, I have only lost two back teeth so far, but due to poor dental hygiene, I know it's only a matter of time...
Reply:Don't be afraid or embarassed to visit a dentist. It will be in your best interest and will be good for you. A few weeks ago I struggled with asking my boss for training because I was thinking about the expense involved. People here suggested that I go ahead and ask. I asked and guess what, I got a week off + all cost paid to another city for the training I need.


My advice to you is go visit at least two dentists, get their opinions and advice and see whom you are more comfortable with.


My guess it that they would handle the situation very delicately and would put you at ease. They see this stuff all the time and their job is not to embarass you but to help you.





Bottom line: get your teeth, life and family in order. You are young and have a whole life in front of you.
Reply:Get the gas while you are in the chair (if they offer it in the UK) and lots of novacaine!!!





If you tell them you are really scared, they should have no problem administering it to you. It should knock you right out.
Reply:You will probably have a full set of x-rays done first to see how the bone structure and roots look. Implants would be the ideal treatment, if your teeth need extraction at all. However in lots of cases dentist are able to rebuild your teeth (the crowns of the teeth, using the remaining roots) if the roots are still in good condition. In that case you WILL NOT need implants. If it is possible to rebuild at least some of your teeth, a remaining gap can be "bridged" by false teeth, using the re-built teeth as holding pillars.





It's a good thing that you decided to take care of your teeth and stay off of drugs! Don't be embarrassed! I have worked in the dental field for more then 8 yrs. I have seen so many bad teeth it doesn't bother me. We are there to help you. The only thing that would make me frown is if you didn't go to the dentist.





Don't worry based on your initial exam, the dentist will come up with a treatment plan to get you started on your way to healthy teeth! Good luck!
Reply:If you have the option of root canals, crowns, veneers, what have you .......... TAKE THAT OPTION. What you don't want to do is to lose your real teeth. Regardless how bad they are, there's a good chance that a GOOD %26amp; COMPETENT dentist can fix them. Removing them is your very last option.
Reply:yes of course wearing dentures harms the bone of your jaws gradually but it takes a long time...the best choice for you is Implant but if you dont afford that you can wear dentures dont be worry about the harms to your bone....and as i know in young ppl this bone i mean residual ridge of mandible and maxilla can tolerate more pressure...



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