Dentures And How To Get Accustomed To Them

You won't find many people who look forward to the day when they can trade in their natural teeth for a set of dentures

. Wearing a set can be rather uncomfortable and difficult to get used to for the first few months. If you've recently been forced to make the switch, you may be going through some growing pains of your own. Fear not, it does get easier. That said, there are some things you can do in the meantime to expedite the process.

Don't Force Feed

A temptation for some when they first get their new dentures is to attempt to get back to their regular diet as soon as possible. While it can be frustrating to feel limited in what you can and cannot eat, it's best to let nature take its course. You'll need to essentially re-learn how to eat regular foods. For the time being, take it easy. Choose as many softer foods as you can and take smaller bites than you're used to. Most people find they use their tongue in the eating process more than they used to. If you must, remove your dentures while you eat and gradually increase the amount of time you can eat with them in.

Use Glue

Many wearers of dentures find that they are able to enjoy the benefits of their false teeth without using adhesives of any kind. Others are not so lucky. If you find yourself in the latter category, don't hesitate to use some adhesive to help your teeth stay in place. It can make your life a lot easier if you aren't constantly worrying about them slipping around while talking and eating. A loose set is going to be very difficult to get used to, so take every opportunity you can to make things easier on yourself.

Don't Feel Pressured

If you have friends or relatives that wear dentures without problems, they are likely to look at you funny when you admit to having problems. They might accuse you of being a crybaby. Don't listen to them. What they fail to understand is that wearing artificial teeth is a different experience for everyone. Your fit, the shape of your mouth, and your sensitivity to differences may be much different than what they experience. While they can tell you what their experiences are like, they cannot tell you what yours should be like. Consult with your dentist and he'll confirm that some people have a much more difficult time getting used to dentures than others. Don't feel alone and don't feel pressured. Comfort will come in time.

by: Abigail Aaronson

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