How to Adjust to Dentures So You Can Show Off That Natural Smile

One of biggest benefits – and most notable signs – of new dentures is how much better they make your smile look. And when it comes to leaving a confident first impression, your smile is usually going to either make or break the deal.

While adjusting to a life with dentures takes time, and your smile initially won’t feel like your own, there are ways to speed the process up. Once you’ve acclimated to your dentures, your smile will feel as natural as ever – and so will your confidence.

Eat Soft Foods

Eating and speaking will be your biggest challenges when adjusting to a life with dentures. To help your mouth acclimate to your new dentures, eat slowly. Remember to also stay away from hard foods like nuts or raw vegetables. Soft foods like eggs and yogurt are your best options until you can chew harder foods.

Visit Your Dentist if You Feel Soreness

If you feel soreness when wearing your new dentures, it’s your mouth telling you it’s having a hard time adjusting to them. Schedule an appointment with your dentist so that he or she can make the necessary changes. Remember to continue to wear your dentures through the soreness so your dentist can find the pained pressure points.

Take Care of Your Dentures

If you want to keep a white and natural-looking smile, you need to clean your dentures on a regular basis – just like your natural teeth. Although adjusting to a life of denture cleaning isn’t too different from one with natural teeth, it’s best to stick to a routine so your dentures leave a lasting impression for a long time to come.