Before wearing a prosthesis, it is important that you have knowledge of the following

• Understand what the prosthesis will be used for: It is important to understand which limb or organ you have lost, which prosthesis you will use, and for how long.
• Talk to your doctor: Before wearing a prosthesis, you should talk to your doctor. Your doctor can offer a prosthesis recommendation specific to your situation and understand your needs and expectations before wearing a prosthesis.
• Understand how comfortable the prosthesis is: It is important how comfortable the prosthesis is. You should feel comfortable while putting on or removing your prosthesis. In addition, the prosthesis should not prevent you from doing your daily activities.
• Learn about the care of the prosthesis: The care of the prosthesis is important, especially in long-term use. You need to follow the instructions you will learn from your doctor to clean, care for and determine if your prosthesis needs repair.
• Get a training before using your prosthesis: It is important to get a training before using your prosthesis, to learn how to use and care for your prosthesis. You can also learn how to properly adjust, wear and remove your denture.
• Learn about the costs of the prosthesis: The cost of wearing a prosthesis can vary depending on the type and duration of use of the prosthesis. Check if your insurance plan covers prosthetic costs and, if necessary, explore alternative financing options.