Does anyone have dentures?

My boyfriend has already been fitted for his upper dentures, he goes Thursday for the extraction of 9 upper teeth and he must have alveoplasty done, he will then get his dentures the same day. I am wondering how long recovery will take, I am sure it depends on the person but anyone that has been through this before will be helpful. He will be off work Thursday, Friday and of course Saturday and Sunday but then his work is having him go out of town (which has already been planned before the dentist appt. was made) Monday through Saturday, he will be 400 miles away. I am really worried about him. So any info would be helpful. By the way, we are going to get the dentist opinion on it Thursday but just wanted actual people who have been through it. Thanks!!

Does anyone have dentures?
my grandpa has them..
Reply:My husband had to have an upper plate a few years ago(he was only 23 at the time). He had several teeth pulled and the plate put in place the same day. He had this done on a Saturday, he returned to work on Monday. Saturday and Sunday were by far the worst. Make sure that he gargles with warm salt water, ask about pain medication, and keep him hydrated. We found that room temperature fluids were best. This is gross but make sure he has a "spit bottle". My husband bled a lot the first 24 hours. We ended up taking the plate out as he kept gagging on it. Make sure you keep his head elevated and be prepared for him to be in a really sour mood for about 48 hours. I wish you both the very best. Everything will be ok.