I have problems with my denture.
pro-TE-zi — stress on second syllable. The 's' is like a 'z'. 'Protesi' is both singular and plural.
Report issues with dentures at any dental visit. Ill-fitting dentures cause pain and difficulty eating.
'Ho problemi con' (I have problems with) is a versatile structure. 'La protesi' refers to a dental prosthetic — either full denture ('protesi totale') or partial denture ('protesi parziale'). Over time, dentures need adjustment ('ribasatura') because the jawbone changes shape.
La protesi non si tiene più bene.
The denture no longer stays in place.
Loose denture — common as bone resorbs over time
Mi fa male dove si appoggia la protesi.
It hurts where the denture rests.
Pressure sores under dentures — need immediate adjustment
Ho bisogno di una crema adesiva per la protesi?
Do I need adhesive cream for the denture?
Denture adhesive ('crema adesiva') available in Italian pharmacies
Dentures in Italy are still very common among older generations (70+). The SSN provides partial coverage for dentures in certain categories (over-75, low-income pensioners in some regions). Modern dentistry increasingly uses implant-retained dentures ('protesi su impianti') for better stability. The 'protesista dentale' (dental technician) makes the denture in a laboratory — they do not treat patients directly.