Dental Update #11 They're Here!

 What a wild ride...

I got my dentures and could not be more thrilled. I am so glad that I waited and trusted in my amazing dentist and his staff. (BTW, shout out to Dr. Grant Lehmann and the staff at Lehmann Family Dental!!!)

Because it's been several months since I've had teeth, the muscles in and around my mouth are having to re-learn their jobs. (That's the best way I know to put all the technical jargon!) As a result, I am still learning how to talk and eat and just exist with teeth again.

The most important things right now:

• My dentures are well-fitted and comfortable
• My dentist knows I might need some small adjustments as I get used to my teeth
• I have my smile and confidence back

While I am not awfully vain, it is so nice to see my "normal" face again in the mirror. It's almost weird!

The dentist did such a great job that my dentures don't look like dentures. Everyone whose seen me so far have asked for the name of my dentist. Those that saw me before my problems, say that I look almost exactly as I did before. Now, that's saying something big!!!

So... here's my big reveal -

Here's a closer look:

Don't let me mess around and fix my hair and slap on some lipstick! 

It's going to be a while before I am eating "normally". My face is still realigning - learning to have teeth in place. Once that happens, the dentist will be able to make minor adjustments to my "bite". Right now, it's slow and steady. I'm just happy to be able to enjoy smiling again.

I want to thank God for getting me through this whole thing. I want to thank my family for their support (and money) and love. 

Peace

--Free

P.S.: I think I will write a post talking about all the weird and unexpected things when getting dentures. For now, I can give you a freebie: I find it weird that I can't feel my upper palate. I was popped a cough drop in my mouth and... Well, I have to keep it tucked in my cheek.