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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/5/2006 6:50:11 PM |
Would you mind please telling me if this machine makes white noise that could keep your mate from sleeping? No, saying that you don't know because you are asleep
It makes a little noise yep, but I wouldn't think it would keep someone awake, especially if they were deaf! 
Seriously, it makes about as much noise as one of those air purifier machines. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/5/2006 6:54:05 PM | I know a few people(friends) who have dentures and it's like pulling teeth to get them to wear them! They say they can't eat, or can't talk, or they're uncomfortable...so they are going around with their tongue stuck against their bottom lip because the human jaw joint needs some kind of spacer between top and bottom...lovely, just lovely....
My suggestion would be to wear them if you are sleeping with someone you don't know that well yet. You may find that it actually is more comfortable due to the aforementioned jaw joint issue, just take them out to clean them...
I can't speak to the issue of the breathing machine, I suspect that's something that will sort itself out when you meet someone you want to get serious with.
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/5/2006 7:27:29 PM | | There are a few different surgical techniques available as an alternative to the BiPap. They are wholly dependent on the physiology that causes the apnea. I personally cannot sleep with one on, I find the noise quite unpleasant. I also hate the lack of being really close in bed without getting tangled up irritating. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/5/2006 7:48:20 PM | The BiPap machine makes very little noise.
My ex wife had a different machine.. it was huge, and sat on the floor... the darned floor shook when it ran.
I always thought it was funny both of us had machines, and had to hook up at night before we went to sleep.
When I finally start dating again, and when I spend the night with a woman, I'll do whatever makes both of us comfortable.
I gotta tell you, so far I don't look toothless.. and I don't have any jaw pain.
But I want teeth! I want the ability to have a huge smile, and show off my new teeth.
And I want to bite into a good steak. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/5/2006 7:52:55 PM | I would not feel comfortable with a man's dentures being out when I was first getting to know him. I am kind of finicky about that kind of stuff.
However, the CPAP machine is an entirely different matter. It is a life or death situation.
To the poster that said there a few different surgical techniques available as an alternative. You are correct about that and also correct that it is only sometimes an option. The Post also mentioned the noise being unpleasant. It would not be nearly as unpleasant as waking up to your sleep partner lying dead beside you. My Oxygen Level goes to less than 50% if I sleep without my CPAP machine. It is very quiet and assures that I will not stop breathing during the night due to my sleep apnea. It is hard sometimes to bring up the subject to someone that I must sleep with a machine. However, I have not once had anyone complain about it. My Ex BF would even wake me up if I dozed off before putting it on. It was much more comfortable to sleep with the quiet noise of the machine than my loud snoring and constantly tosing and turning due to my bodies inability to reach REM sleep. To ask me to sleep without my CPAP machine would be the same as asking someone that must have oxygen to go w/o their oxygen. It is my life support. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/5/2006 8:03:57 PM | | It would be inhuman to ask someone who needed a machine to safely sleep. I just hope that anyone using this type of machine wouldn't take it personallly, if they other person choose to move to another room if the noise of the machine stoped them from reaching REM sleep. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/5/2006 11:29:41 PM | From what I've read, the surgical option are often dangerous, and not always effective.
I'll stick with a machine.
To tell you the truth, I don't currently have a BiPap machine. I had a CPAP machine that I got when I had a job with good Health Insurance.
I haven't worked for a couple years, and I've applied for Disability.
In the meantime, I can't get anyone to pay for my BiPap machine.
I've already been in the hospital once because of the problem, and don't see the situation changing any time soon.
I did, however, finally get the State to pay for my dentures. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/8/2006 5:04:28 PM | My 4 front teeth are false,coz of an accident when I was 17...But Only time I take them out is to clean them. But Why do you have to take them out every night before going to bed???. Iclean mine at bedtime then put them straight back in again,I dont think even any of my family have ever seen me without them in??. I clean them about 6 times a day,then they go straight in again. I have never been asked by anyone ever,if I have false teeth at the front. Good luck and take care . | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/8/2006 7:38:21 PM | I remember a thread a while back regarding oral and women with dentures ~~~ in or out~~~ Seems in that instance,, the idea of out was well recieved. Guess it depends on what you like to do on a date,,, know what I mean?
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/11/2006 4:24:03 PM | Just be honest from the getgo with your potential lover and everything should be fine.
I have a friend who uses a machine for sleep apnea.. and its relatively noiseless. We've slept just fine when together and even managed to cuddle and spoon. I'd rather have the gentle hum of the machine buzzing than some of the snoring some men have going.. oye.
As for the dentures.. I have no experience, but I'd still go with being honest about it right up front.
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/12/2006 2:01:45 AM | Just be honest, I don't think you have to say "hi.. my name is ___ I have false teeth!
I think when I said on my profile "short hair, shoes, and a job" I should have included teeth! I live about thirty minutes north of Tampa. I have never seen so many men in one area with such bad teeth, neglected, missing, rotten..
I think poor dental hygene is due to lack of dental insurance, cash, and genetics play into how long you keep your teeth and how nice they look in some cases. Also some medications taken as a child can rot the heck out of your teeth.
So rock those dentures! Just don't take them out and chase your girlfriend around with them.. Before I met my husband I dated this guy casually, he was over at my apartment after work one night. We had just finished dinner, he pops those dentures out and chased me around.. It was the last time he was in my apartment.. First.... I didn't know, and second... gross.. This is not a good surprise! So being honest is the best way to go | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/12/2006 6:15:19 AM | I may need to be corrected on this but--- my understanding of the false teeth issue is-- if you want your teeth to "fit" you-- you need to keep them in your mouth for the night. The biggest thing is to brush your teeth more often than "normal".
I think I would be more concerned about the breathing machine issue. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/13/2006 8:43:36 PM | | I spoke to the lady in my denture lab. She said it's good to take the false teeth out at night in order to allow your skin to "breathe." | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/14/2006 2:50:44 AM | Hello Altered_Ego.
I wanted to congratulate you on getting your dentures. It is of vital importance to have a healthy mouth as it can lead to other health problems too.
I'd like to contribute here on the "sleeping over" part where your teeth are concerned.
I dated a man for 2 years that had had a rare cancer in his mouth and gums. He had to have all his teeth pulled along with reconstructive surgery to his jaw, gums and tongue.
When you first get your teeth [assuming your gums are totally healed now, minus the temporary set while healing(?)] you will want to wear them, brush them, and remove them and soak/brush them.
In order for your gums to remain formed (the tissues not shrink) and the dentures to fit properly or stay adjusted, you will need to wear them SOMETIMES at night IF POSSIBLE. Use the adhesive to hold them in if necessary. Once the gums have adjusted to the dentures, then you should/can leave them out for the night soaking in the cleaning solution or just plain water.
As far as my Man friend's teeth in or out at night, there was no problem. I liked him, not his teeth. So if the Lady wants to be with you, it will NOT BE AN ISSUE for them. Just carry one of the cleaning tablets, and the cheaper tooth brushes in the glove box, along with a small tube of adhesive. That way you will always have the necessities if you need them.
If the Lady is NOT accepting of your denture issue, then you don't need to be with her, plain and simple.
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As far as the CPAP or the BiPap machines go...that IS a LIFE AND DEATH ISSUE. My brother and sister-in-law both have these machines. My father was on one in the hospital in ICU to keep him breathing AFTER he was removed from the respiratory.
Depending on the type you have or will have, most are portable machines.
If I can suggest something for you please...Check with your doctor or pharmacy to directly contact the company that makes these machines (the one you need). Companies WILL donate or give you one IF you can qualify for the need of it. [Especially since you have filed for disability] Have the doctor write out an RX for one and make a copy of it for your own records. Get the 800 number and phone them for their information and how to apply.
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AGAIN...IF the Lady can't understand Your health issues or doesn't want to understand...she is a very SHALLOW PERSON and You are better off without her!
I wish you the best for your health and in searching for that "Special Lady"!
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Posted: 11/15/2006 12:03:00 AM | ^^^ Mostly common sense, but thank you.
I get so tired  of hearing all the "SHALLOW PEOPLE" making remarks about health issues of others, like this denture thing or the C-PAP, Bi-PAP machines that are life sustaining.
Altered_Ego, I sincerely wish you the best with your health, and hope you find a "LADY" deserving of Yourself!  | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/22/2006 7:11:05 AM | | When I asked my dentist about wearing dentures at night the reply was "do you wear your shoes to bed" I took that as don't wear them..But I do have jaw ache..Am thinking to retrain myself and leave them in..It's good to hear not everyone is simply grosed out by dentures..Fun at family gatherings..Chase nieces and nephews around with teeth..Of Course when no adults are looking.. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/22/2006 3:45:45 PM | serendipity555, thank you very much for your replies and support.
I will be getting my dentures on December 5.
In the meantime, I thought it a good idea to conduct a "poll," as I did here.
I'm not really offended by any attitudes displayed here.. whether "pro" or "con" concerning taking out my dentures at night.
I've been without any teeth since February, so my mouth has been fully healed. My denture lady said my mouth is in great shape for the coming dentures.
I've been living alone for a couple years, and only considered dating once my divorce was final. I'm quite shy, so I probably won't be sleeping with a lady any time soon.
I'd decided a long time ago not to worry about some of the things that come with being middle-aged. Yes, I'm heavy, and yes I will do my best to lose weight next year.
Yes, I'm going bald, but I'm still pretty "well-preserved" for a guy my age.
Yes, I have false teeth. No I won't hide that fact.
Heck, once I get them, I'm bound to run all around, smiling for anyone who will look!
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/23/2006 7:56:21 PM | I have to question a few things of some of the posts.
Shallow??? because we don't believe in having a romatic life without dentures during the night. I don't think so!
My late husband had all his upper teeth removed at a young age. The only time I saw him without his teeth was when he was coming out of the anesthetic after his dental surgery, and during the last few days of his death due to cancer.
I have been part of a loving, intimate and romantic relationship, where my late husband felt comfortable enough with me and himself to want to keep the romance alive. Part of that was to look at attractive as possible to me. Some divorces may have never happened had the people involved worked harder at the intimacy of their relationship. If posters think that shallow so be it. We all have our own standards. I believe that higher standards reap higher rewards.
If I am ever in the postion where I am in an intimate relationship again, and have dentures, the other person will never see me without my dentures. I will feel a million times for sexy with dentures in.
A couple of questions for op. Why weren't your dentures put in immediately after your surgery to have you teeth removed. (This question doesn't need to be answered - it is just that I have never known anyone who had to wait for gums to heal. That isn't protocal in my area. Is it just the protcol in your area?
Why were you advised by your dental profession that it was healther to take your dentures out at night, and have you done any research on that? That certainly isn't the advise any of my friends with denture have been given. In fact, they have been advise that dentures need to be in so that the jaw retains it's shape as you age.
I take responsiblility for my own health. I learned years ago after a surgeons error to learn to do my own research, and believe that I have much better health for it. One medical professional give one type of advise while another tells you something else. The final decision is yours alone. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/23/2006 8:06:20 PM | | I was told that most people prefer to get their dentures put in right away after surgery but it's better to let your gums heal. but they only need to heal for 6 weeks or so. That's what I chose and my gums are very healthy. I can't imagine having them out for the better part of a year though. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/23/2006 8:25:49 PM | | I have never hear of anyone having no have healthy gums because their dentures where put in right away. Probably either way the gums heal. | |
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| Dating Etiquette: with Dentures!
Posted: 11/23/2006 8:37:54 PM | | Yes the gums heal fine but the dentures don't need so many fitting along the way. Lots of healing and shrinkage happens in the 6 weeks. Makes for a better fit. I don't think it has anything to do with what area a person lives in. I took the advice of my dentist. I'm glad I did. | |
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