How To Eat With Dentures
Other than appearance, one of the main reasons for getting dentures is having the ability to enjoy the foods that you like to eat. However, chewing may at first feel awkward and it isn't unusual to have concerns about your new teeth slipping mid-bite. For that reason, it is best to learn how to eat with your dentures by easing into the process.
- Eat softer foods, such as eggs and chopped meat, after first getting your dentures. This allows you to adjust to the motions of eating while wearing them in your mouth. In addition, if your mouth is initially a little sensitive or sore soft foods will feel more comfortable.
- Transition to solid, harder foods when you feel more comfortable and confident eating.
- Use a denture adhesive if you plan to eat hard foods such as apples or corn on the cob. This will prevent your dentures from slipping in the middle of your meal.
- Cut your food into smaller, bite-size pieces before putting it in your mouth.
- Eat slowly and carefully, paying close attention to how you are chewing your food. Maneuver each bite to the back of your mouth and chew half of it on your right side and the other half on your left side. This will help to balance out the pressure that is being put on your dentures as you chew.
- Pay close attention to the temperature of your food before putting it in your mouth. Sensing hot and cold can be difficult, particularly when you are still adjusting to wearing dentures.
WARNING
- Initially the flavor of your food may seem reduced while you are getting accustomed to your dentures. This should return to normal after you have adjusted to wearing them.