Dentures (cont.)
Will Dentures Make Me Look Different?
Dentures are made to closely resemble your natural teeth so there should be
no noticeable change to your appearance. In fact, dentures may even improve
your smile and fill out your facial appearance.
Will Eating With New Dentures Be Difficult?
Eating with new dentures will take a little practice and may be
uncomfortable for some wearers for a few weeks. To get used to the new denture,
start with soft foods cut into small pieces. Chew slowly using both sides of
your mouth. As you get used to your new dentures, add other foods until you
return to your normal diet. Be cautious with hot or hard foods and sharp-edged
bones or shells. And, avoid foods that are extremely sticky or hard. You may
want to avoid chewing gum while you adjust to the denture. Also, don't use
toothpicks while wearing dentures.
Will Dentures Change How I Speak?
You may have difficulty pronouncing certain words. If so, practice by saying
the difficult words out loud. With practice and with time you will become
accustomed to speaking properly with your denture.
If your dentures "click" while you're talking, you should contact
your dentist. Your dentures may occasionally slip when you laugh, cough, or
smile. Reposition the dentures by gently biting down and swallowing. If any
speaking problem persists, consult your dentist or prosthodontist.
Are Dentures Worn 24 Hours a Day?
Your dentist or prosthodontist will instruct you as to how long to wear your
denture and when to remove it. During the first several days after receiving
your denture, you may be asked to wear it all the time, including while you
sleep. Although this may be temporarily uncomfortable, it is the quickest way
to identify the areas on your denture that may need adjustment. Once
adjustments are made, you should remove your dentures before going to bed. This
allows gum tissues to rest and allows normal stimulation and cleansing by the
tongue and saliva. The denture can be put back in your mouth in the
morning.
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