Been dealing with some dental issues lately (ugh, fun times), and my dentist mentioned I could either go for implants or dentures. Honestly, I'm kinda torn. Implants seem like they'd be more natural-feeling and permanent, but the cost is pretty steep, you know? Dentures are way cheaper, but I'm worried about comfort and maintenance. My grandma had dentures, and I remember her always complaining about them slipping around when she ate corn on the cob at family BBQs—funny memory, but not exactly reassuring, lol.
I guess I'm just wondering if anyone here has personal experience with either option. Like, are implants really worth the extra cash? Or are dentures not as annoying as they seem? I'm leaning toward implants, but my wallet is giving me serious side-eye right now. Would appreciate hearing some real-life experiences before I make a decision.
My uncle went through something similar a couple years back. He opted for dentures because of the cost, and honestly, he adjusted pretty well after the first few months. He did mention that certain foods (like apples or steak) were tricky at first, but he eventually got used to it. Still, he sometimes jokes about missing crunchy snacks... Have you looked into partial implants or bridges as a middle-ground option? Might be worth asking your dentist about alternatives that balance comfort and budget.
