Adjusting to New Dentures Livermore, CA
The adjustment period for new dentures brings the excitement of an enhanced smile, but it also requires patience and practice. Making the transition to wearing dentures full time is a significant change that involves developing new eating, speaking, and dental hygiene practices.
Dentures are available at Livermore Dental Spa in Livermore and the surrounding area. Our team can provide tips and support to help you adjust well to your new dentures. There are several different strategies to practice and try at home to make the change easier. Call us at (925) 344-3993 to learn more about our services or schedule an appointment.
Tips For Adjusting to New Dentures
When transitioning to dentures, patients should give themselves time to adjust. The new dentures may be uncomfortable at first and will likely require more adjusting. Following some simple tips can help patients stay healthy and to keep their mouths happy. It's important to follow the recommendations on this page because it takes time to adjust to new dentures.
Patients can drink nutritional shakes while adjusting to their dentures to be sure to get vital nutrients. They should avoid sticky foods and foods that might get stuck in the teeth or under the dentures. Popcorn, corn on the cob, and nuts should be avoided while adjusting to new dentures. Patients may also want to avoid tough meats that require extensive chewing, such as pork chops, steak, or ribs.
“When transitioning to dentures, patients should give themselves time to adjust.”
Dental Hygiene Routine Changes
When it comes to keeping your dentures and mouth clean, there are a few necessary dental hygiene routine changes. Patients must remove and clean their dentures and underneath the appliance every day. Simply soaking dentures is not enough. Patients must also brush their dentures to remove plaque and debris. However, people should never brush their dentures with toothpaste.
It is also crucial to rinse dentures after every time a patient eats. For both the dentures and the patient's health, it is also important to remove dentures each night and soak them. This period of rest is important to let the gum tissues rest and give the mouth a break. Patients should always store their dentures in water or a denture solution, so they do not dry out.
“Patients must also brush their dentures to remove plaque and debris.”
What To Expect in the First 30 Days
The first 30 days of wearing new dentures will be an adjustment period. For instance, learning to speak and eat while wearing dentures can be challenging. Patients may experience an increase in salivation when they start wearing these prostheses. This is normal in the first couple of weeks and should decrease as the mouth adjusts. Patients who had tooth extractions before getting dentures may experience some soreness as the mouth adapts to the protheses.
This soreness is normal in the first four weeks; however, if the pain persists and it feels as if the dentures do not fit well, the patient should talk to a dentist. One main tip is to use the recommended amount of denture adhesive or cream. During an appointment, we can go over the possible products and recommend the most effective solution for your needs. If the denture still feels as if it does not fit, do not use more cream to make it fit. Please contact us instead.
“The first 30 days of wearing new dentures will be an adjustment period.”
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Adjusting Eating Practices
People with new dentures may also need to adjust their eating practices. We recommend starting with soft foods since chewing becomes more challenging when wearing dentures for the first time. People will have to learn how to chew without popping their dentures out of place, biting their tongues, or scraping their gums.
Once people are ready to move on to tougher foods, it is best to cut the food into small, bite-sized pieces that the back teeth can chew easily. Even once people get used to chewing, they should not chew with the front teeth since it can cause dentures to become unstuck in the back. It is also best to avoid sticky foods, hard items, or tough cuts of meat that may cause dentures to come loose or even damage them.
“People with new dentures may also need to adjust their eating practices.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can new dentures be adjusted?
A. When you are adjusting to new dentures, you may experience discomfort when wearing them. If you see sores on your gums or tongue, the dentures may not fit correctly. Your dentist can adjust your dentures if necessary.
Q. What can I do for pain when I am adjusting to new dentures?
A. Use an oral topical gel or cream made to relieve pain. You can take over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen to reduce pain and inflammation. Take your dentures out at night and for extended periods during the day.
Q. Why do new dentures cause too much saliva?
A. When your mouth is adjusting to new dentures, there is a foreign object in your mouth. This makes your salivary glands work harder. After two weeks of wearing dentures, the saliva should decrease to more normal levels.
Q. How often should I see the dentist after getting new dentures?
A. You should make a yearly appointment with your dentist to check your dentures. This can verify fit and make sure they stay comfortable. This annual visit may include an exam to check for oral health issues, such as cancer.
Q. Can I sleep while wearing dentures?
A. Yes, you can wear your dentures at night. However, the American College of Prosthodontists recommends removing dentures while sleeping to give the gums a chance to rest from the pressure of the dentures. You should always take your dentures out every 24 hours to clean them.
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