Yesterday I got my permanent upper denture and no longer need Polygrip. Today the gum sides were sore and it hurt when I took a bite into my sandwich. Will this eventually go away or should I go back to the dentist? I do have an appt in 2 weeks just for a check up.
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You were used to the temporary dentures and the Polygrip. However, permanent dentures are different and will take a little time to get use to them. Here are a few things you can try for soreness.
It does take time to get used to dentures. 2 weeks is a good amount of time to see if they are OK. Do mention it to your dentist at your checkup. He or she will be able to adjust them.
It takes some time to adjust. By your follow up appointment, if the soreness still persists definitely let your dentist know.
It will eventually go away.If it still bothers you tell the specialist when you go in 2 weeks.
It's common to be sore and takes your gums some time to adjust. You could rinse your mouth with warm water + salt to help ease the pain.
Your follow up appointment, if soreness still persists your dentist can make any adjustments needed or check up on the status of your healing.
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