While dentures are a convenient and comfortable tooth replacement option, first-time wearers may experience some discomfort. Here are 3 unwanted side-effects of dentures and how to combat them.
While partial/full dentures are an affordable and convenient option for patients who experience tooth loss, wearing them for the first time can be a challenging experience. It may require some time and patience to get used to the new sensation in your mouth.
During the first 30 days of wearing dentures, it’s normal to experience issues such as:
At Future Smiles, we offer a range of denture solutions from full/partial replacement teeth to implant-supported dentures to ensure that you find an option that best suits you.
We make every effort to fit your dentures or implants perfectly and are always on hand to advise you on any problems you are facing, so you can get back to enjoying a beautiful, healthy smile as quickly as possible.
Given that your mouth will naturally react to the placement of a foreign object in it, it should be expected that your dentures will take a while to get used to. During your process of adjustment, you might experience the following complications:
1. Diminished Sense of Taste
In the short-term, new denture wearers will likely experience some drop in their level of taste sensation. However, in time, it should return back to normal.
Other causes of a diminished sense of taste with new dentures can include:
If you are wearing full/partial dentures and are experiencing some changes in your tastebuds, there are some simple steps you can take to combat this problem. These include:
2. Speech Difficulties
Experiencing speech problems due to a new set of dentures is very common, and will typically dissipate once you have gotten used to your new replacement teeth. These issues may include:
In time, your dentures will begin to feel natural and your speech will return to normal. However, you can practice and speed up the process by reading aloud and repeating words you have trouble pronouncing.
If these issues do not disappear as you get used to your new dentures, it is important to visit your denturist so that they can make the correct adjustments.
3. Difficulty Eating and Chewing
Learning to eat and chew with your new set of dentures requires patience and practice. Some of the problems you may experience include:
It’s important to start slowly and choose soft foods that are easy to eat until your dentures are settled in and you feel comfortable eating solid foods again.
Here are some tips for eating with your new dentures:
To learn more about how to get used to your new dentures, or to inquire about other tooth replacement options such as denture implants, contact our Calgary denture clinic at (403) 475-0016 or fill in our online contact form.
To find out more about the costs & benefits of traditional, metal-based partial dentures, contact our Calgary denture clinic today at 403-475-0016 or fill in our online contact form.