"Honestly, I prefer just biting the bullet and using the bathroom, turbulence or not."
I've been wondering about that... is it really manageable in those tiny airplane bathrooms? I'm flying for the first time since getting dentures next month, and I'm already stressing about turbulence and tight spaces. Any tips for making it less awkward?
"Honestly, I prefer just biting the bullet and using the bathroom, turbulence or not."
I get where you're coming from, but honestly, airplane bathrooms are tricky enough without adding dentures into the mix. I've been traveling with mine for about five years now, and while turbulence isn't usually a huge deal, the cramped space definitely can be. I mean, there's barely room to turn around in there, let alone comfortably manage denture adhesive or adjustments.
Have you considered prepping everything beforehand? I usually make sure my dentures are secure and comfortable before boarding. If it's a long flight, I'll bring a small travel kit in my carry-on with adhesive strips (way easier than paste in tight spaces), a compact mirror, and some wipes. That way, if I absolutely have to make adjustments mid-flight, I can do it discreetly at my seat rather than wrestling with it in the bathroom.
Also, turbulence aside, airplane bathrooms aren't exactly the cleanest places to handle something that goes in your mouth. I learned that the hard way on a flight to Denver—hit some rough air right as I was trying to reapply adhesive. Let's just say it wasn't my finest moment... 😂
But seriously, don't stress too much. Most flights are smoother than you'd expect, and even if things get bumpy, it's usually short-lived. Just prep ahead, keep your supplies handy, and you'll be fine.
Haha, totally agree about airplane bathrooms being a nightmare—dentures or not. I once dropped my adhesive tube mid-flight and spent five minutes awkwardly fishing it out from behind the toilet...not my proudest moment either. Now I always prep beforehand and keep those adhesive strips handy. Honestly, they're a lifesaver for quick fixes without the mess. Turbulence is one thing, but cramped spaces and slippery fingers are the real enemy here.
"Turbulence is one thing, but cramped spaces and slippery fingers are the real enemy here."
Haha, been there myself! Once had my denture brush slip out of my hands mid-flight—it bounced off the tiny sink and landed right in the trash bin. Had to awkwardly ask the flight attendant for gloves to retrieve it...talk about embarrassing. You're spot on about adhesive strips though; they're a total game changer when traveling. Glad I'm not alone in these airborne mishaps.
Haha, your brush story gave me flashbacks to the time my denture adhesive tube decided to explode in my carry-on. Opened it up after landing and...surprise, everything was glued together. Spent twenty minutes in the airport bathroom trying to unstick my toothbrush from a pair of socks. Lesson learned: adhesive tubes go in ziplock bags now. Ever had issues with security giving weird looks for denture supplies? Always wonder if it's just me...
