{"id":213,"date":"2025-01-08T20:25:25","date_gmt":"2025-01-08T20:25:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aviondentaldallas.com\/blog\/?p=213"},"modified":"2025-03-05T20:29:23","modified_gmt":"2025-03-05T20:29:23","slug":"dealing-with-dentures-3-tips-for-eating-with-your-new-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aviondentaldallas.com\/blog\/2025\/01\/08\/dealing-with-dentures-3-tips-for-eating-with-your-new-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Dealing with Dentures: 3 Tips for Eating with Your New Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aviondentaldallas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AdobeStock_302145145-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"3 generations of a family making dinner together in the kitchen\" class=\"wp-image-214\" style=\"width:320px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aviondentaldallas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AdobeStock_302145145-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.aviondentaldallas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AdobeStock_302145145-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.aviondentaldallas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AdobeStock_302145145-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.aviondentaldallas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AdobeStock_302145145-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.aviondentaldallas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AdobeStock_302145145-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aviondentaldallas.com\/dentures.html\">Dentures<\/a> are the tried-and-true solution for replacing missing teeth because they provide so many benefits. With them in place, you\u2019ll have beautifully restored, complete arches to smile confidently, enunciate words, and eat healthier foods to support your oral and overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it often takes new patients about a month to adjust to their new prosthetics and learn to eat correctly with them in place. Continue reading to learn 3 helpful hints that can ease your transition!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><h2>Tip #1: Stick with Soft Foods at First<\/h2><p class=\"MsoNormal\">Many patients missing permanent teeth develop malnutrition<br>because many wholesome foods are tough to bite into. Although you might feel<br>tempted to dive right into your favorite meals when you receive your new<br>dentures, it\u2019s best to start softly.Your gums will likely feel sore or inflamed until they<br>become desensitized to the additional pressure of supporting your prosthetics<br>all day. You can avoid triggering additional discomfort by choosing softer,<br>blander foods that won\u2019t irritate the tender tissues. Popular options include<br>scrambled eggs, mashed potatoes, applesauce, yogurt, or blended fruit<br>smoothies. You can reintroduce more solid selections once you feel more<br>comfortable and confident. <\/p><h2>Tip #2: Chew Carefully<\/h2><p class=\"MsoNormal\">Most people tend to chew more on one side of their mouth<br>than the other, but if you eat this way wearing dentures, you\u2019re more likely to<br>destabilize or dislodge your teeth. Not only that but biting into harder foods with<br>the front teeth of your restoration might push them out of position.You can avoid an embarrassing mishap by taking slow,<br>conscientious bites with your canines to dig into your food. Then, chew slowly<br>and gently while working both sides of your mouth to strengthen it evenly. With<br>enough practice, you\u2019ll be able to eat without as much focused effort because<br>you\u2019ll have developed more muscle memory with your dentures in place. <\/p><h2>Tip #3: Cut Smaller Pieces<\/h2><p class=\"MsoNormal\">Did you know that missing teeth can cause gastrointestinal<br>issues? You rely on a complete set to thoroughly grind food enough to be easily<br>swallowed and digested. With dentures in place, you can once again enjoy more<br>solid meals, but you may need to start by cutting them into smaller pieces<br>until you\u2019re accustomed to your new teeth. Doing so ensures that the bits of<br>food are small enough that you can easily manipulate them in your mouth to chew<br>them without losing your prosthetics.If you\u2019re still unable to eat effectively with dentures after a few weeks, you should contact<br>your dentist so they can verify that everything fits correctly and is in good<br>condition. <\/p><h2>About the Practice<\/h2><p class=\"MsoNormal\">At Avion Dental &amp; Orthodontics, you and your family<br>benefit from a team of experts who work together to provide a comprehensive<br>menu of top-quality services to patients of all ages. With bilingual family<br>dentists on staff as well as orthodontists, there\u2019s no problem too simple or<br>complex for them to address. Their colorful, aviation-themed environment has<br>arcade games and other amenities to provide entertainment and help you feel<br>relaxed. Then, they utilize state-of-the-art equipment to deliver customized<br>treatments for accurate results intended to last. You can request an<br>appointment on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aviondentaldallas.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a><br>or call (972) 807-9887.<\/p><br><br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dentures are the tried-and-true solution for replacing missing teeth because they provide so many benefits. With them in place, you\u2019ll have beautifully restored, complete arches to smile confidently, enunciate words, and eat healthier foods to support your oral and overall health. 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