As you look toward solutions for missing teeth, you may be excited about how effective and natural-looking modern dentures are. They help open your diet and let you enjoy a wide variety of foods once again, but you may find yourself needing to adapt to them first. This is expected as you have a new prosthetic in your mouth, but with some time and these four tips, you can adjust to it and get back to easy eating.
1.) Start with Soft Foods
Your gums are likely to feel a bit sore and sensitive at first. To help ensure your new smile stays comfortable, stack your plate with soft, tasty meals to help keep discomfort to a minimum. Eggs, applesauce, yogurt, potatoes, pasta, and rice are a few options that can be made in a variety of ways to help keep eating exciting.
2.) Be Careful Around Hot and Spicy Foods
You may find it a bit harder to judge the temperature of food if your dentures replaced your front teeth. It can make it easier for you to accidentally burn yourself, so carefully check how hot it is with your lips. Additionally, spicy items may irritate any sores in your mouth that are normal when adjusting to dentures, so keep them off your plate for the time being.
3.) Use Both Sides of Your Mouth to Chew
Many people tend to chew on just one side of their mouth, but doing so with this tooth replacement option may make eating a bit more difficult. Putting pressure on a single area of the prosthetic can cause it to rock and slip out of place. It might be tricky to distribute the food on both sides of your mouth at first, but you will eventually get the hang of it.
4.) Prepare Your Meals
When you bite into tough or hard foods, dentures can occasionally dislodge. To help avoid this, you can cut these items and other troublesome ones into smaller, more manageable pieces. Adding this simple step when preparing your meals can help ensure your renewed smile stays safe from damage and gives you an easier time eating.
Delving into this world of tooth replacement options can be exciting. You deserve to enjoy your food comfortably, so keep these four easy tips in mind when you’re adjusting to dentures. In no time, you’ll be a pro and truly relish all their benefits.
About the Practice
At Columbus Dental Arts, you benefit from the compassionate care of Dr. Molly Makos Fraser and Dr. Alex Wolf. They are committed to the Columbus community and help those who are missing teeth get the replacement option they need. By using high-quality materials and customizing each denture for every patient, you can trust that they will look and feel natural. If you have any questions on how you can adjust to your dental prosthetic, schedule an appointment or call (609) 324-9500.