Your gums will heal for a few weeks. During that time, your dentures might feel loose. That’s because your bone and gum tissue are shrinking. I know, creepy. You might need a “relining” where the dentist adds material to make them fit snug again. Don’t skip this. Loose dentures cause sores. And sores ruin your buzz.
Take pain relievers if you need to. Ice your face. Sleep upright for the first few nights to keep swelling down. You’re not being weak; you’re being smart. This is surgery, after all. Your mouth is doing a lot of work.
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