When he went back to get them fixed and get a new pair, the dentist was short with him and rude. He eventually got a new denture. However, it is ill fitting, falls out, and hurts him. He is unable to eat and is losing weight. He went back to get the denture fitted. His dentist was once again rude and told him there's nothing more that can be done and don't bother coming back. I'm so angry I want to report the dentist or call my lawyer. My father only has 2 upper teeth left, but isn't it typical for elders to need dentures and return for several fittings and visits? Can anything else be done to help him? Aren't dentist used to working with elderly people? Is this dentist being unreasonable ?
In reality , dementia patients are VERY hard on things like dentures. My Mom's went missing in a memory care place and FORTUNATELY I told everyone there. The aide found them in her pants pocket prior to doing her laundry! Still it is important that Dad have dentures and is able to eat.
If dad, with dementia is going alone to the dentist, he might be misunderstanding what he is being told.
When you call to make the appointment (regardless of which dentist you choose) inform the receptionist that your dad has Alzheimers. Then go with him to the appointment.