Questions you should ask your dentist.

	The first step to living well with dentures or partials is to have a good conversation with your dental professional. Although many answers to common questions are available on this website, a one-on-one dialogue with your dentist is still important because every situation is unique. Here are a few examples of questions you may want to ask:

• What are some alternatives to dentures? Are any of these an option for me?
• How long will it take my gums to heal after my teeth are extracted?
• How long will I have to wait to get my permanent dentures?
• When will I be able to speak and eat comfortably with my new dentures?
• How long will the entire process of getting new dentures actually take?
• Should I expect to need downtime from work, school or other obligations during the process?
• How long will each appointment take?
• How should I care for my mouth during the denture process?
• Are there any foods or drinks I should avoid while my gums heal?
• Are there any activities I should avoid during the process of getting dentures?
• How will I look with dentures?