My mom got new partials recently after frequent trips to the dentist to get the old ones adjusted. Turns out the new lower partial is causing her pain, too.
I'd found her a good dentist but for the last 3 visits, she's been seen by the dentist's associate. After the last visit, we're ready to look elsewhere since she treats my mom like she's being a bother for coming back so often with the same complaint. But enough about her.
Any suggestions on what can be done to cushion the partial so it doesn't pinch/hurt the gums? I think it's because of the gums receding/thinning (?)
I'm looking at all sorts of adhesives, reliners, and cushions but they all seem to be about keeping the partial from slipping. And I KNOW she'd object to using most of them because of their 'industrial' ingredients.
I know it's adding to her pain load and probably influences her eating as well.
Too bad they can't be returned for a refund ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ As it is, she's ready to drop them in the trash.
Until she gets another doc, I was hoping a practical solution could be found
You might have found someone you think is a good dentist but unless they are giving you satisfaction there is nothing good about their services. Insist on seeing the senior partner, and keep in mind that even someone you consider "good" as a dentist is not necessarily equally good/competent at every aspect of dentistry, be prepared to visit a different denturist.
I would point out that you having to bring her in multiple times for the same problem is an issue with the service not your mom. Make them fix it.