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Coming to Terms with Losing Your Teeth - The Psychological Side
Losing one's teeth is never something to wish for. Whether through injury or disease, people often forget about
the psychological side of things. Teeth are noticeable and, when these are lost,it is impossible to hide. For many
people, it can be almost impossible to come to terms with.
Dentists must play a role in helping people deal with losing their teeth, through introducing them to the
treatment options available to them. We have worked with professional technician Darrenkelseycdt to help
people who are searching for a solution to their oral health problems.
The Emotional Pressures
There is likely going to be a lot of anger and sadness resulting from tooth loss. This manifests itself in a number
of ways, depending on the individual. For some people, they bottle it up inside and pretend it does not bother
them. Other people will let it all out. They may become angry and irritable at the slightest things.
Emotions must be dealt with in a way that is healthy and safe. This is why it is important to provide support for
people in this situation.
What Can It Lead To?
Losing teeth is merely the trigger for much of the psychological trauma that can ensue from tooth loss. Any
dental technician in Glasgow will have coped with people who have obviously taken the loss of their teeth hard.
They know how tooth loss can lead to depression and the person isolating themselves from society.
If you suspect someone you know is in this situation, encourage them to seek professional help. The trauma of
tooth loss can be just as harsh as losing a close friend or family member. Professional psychologists will be able
to help people come to terms with what has happened to them.
In the event the person lost their teeth due to a traumatic event, there may be other unresolved trauma the
person has to come to terms with. Only a professional should attempt to unlock these extremely complex issues.
Does it Happen to Everyone?
You will be able to spot some emotional and behavioural changes in someone who is or has lost their teeth. Take
note, you should not assume everyone is depressed over tooth loss. Some people do indeed take it in their stride
without any problems whatsoever.
Here are some of the signs you should watch for:
1. radical changes in behaviour
2. an unwillingness to be with family and friends for an extended period of time
3. overwork, addictions, and declining physical health.
Let Your Dentist Help
Consult your dentist about your issues. People often do not realise how many options there are to restore teeth.
Treatment options like dental implants and cosmetic dentures in Glasgow are available.
Technology has come a long way and your dentist does have the ability to completely restore your mouth to its
former glory. It does not have to break the bank, either. If you have received an injury or a disease that caused
the loss of your teeth, you may be able to receive treatment entirely free of charge on the NHS. The NHS is
willing to stump up for cosmetic treatments if there is a serious decline in the patient's quality of life.

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Coming to terms with losing your teeth the psychological side

  • 1. Coming to Terms with Losing Your Teeth - The Psychological Side Losing one's teeth is never something to wish for. Whether through injury or disease, people often forget about the psychological side of things. Teeth are noticeable and, when these are lost,it is impossible to hide. For many people, it can be almost impossible to come to terms with. Dentists must play a role in helping people deal with losing their teeth, through introducing them to the treatment options available to them. We have worked with professional technician Darrenkelseycdt to help people who are searching for a solution to their oral health problems. The Emotional Pressures There is likely going to be a lot of anger and sadness resulting from tooth loss. This manifests itself in a number of ways, depending on the individual. For some people, they bottle it up inside and pretend it does not bother them. Other people will let it all out. They may become angry and irritable at the slightest things. Emotions must be dealt with in a way that is healthy and safe. This is why it is important to provide support for people in this situation. What Can It Lead To? Losing teeth is merely the trigger for much of the psychological trauma that can ensue from tooth loss. Any dental technician in Glasgow will have coped with people who have obviously taken the loss of their teeth hard. They know how tooth loss can lead to depression and the person isolating themselves from society. If you suspect someone you know is in this situation, encourage them to seek professional help. The trauma of tooth loss can be just as harsh as losing a close friend or family member. Professional psychologists will be able to help people come to terms with what has happened to them. In the event the person lost their teeth due to a traumatic event, there may be other unresolved trauma the person has to come to terms with. Only a professional should attempt to unlock these extremely complex issues. Does it Happen to Everyone? You will be able to spot some emotional and behavioural changes in someone who is or has lost their teeth. Take note, you should not assume everyone is depressed over tooth loss. Some people do indeed take it in their stride without any problems whatsoever. Here are some of the signs you should watch for:
  • 2. 1. radical changes in behaviour 2. an unwillingness to be with family and friends for an extended period of time 3. overwork, addictions, and declining physical health. Let Your Dentist Help Consult your dentist about your issues. People often do not realise how many options there are to restore teeth. Treatment options like dental implants and cosmetic dentures in Glasgow are available. Technology has come a long way and your dentist does have the ability to completely restore your mouth to its former glory. It does not have to break the bank, either. If you have received an injury or a disease that caused the loss of your teeth, you may be able to receive treatment entirely free of charge on the NHS. The NHS is willing to stump up for cosmetic treatments if there is a serious decline in the patient's quality of life.