Most Vestal NY residents don’t know what to expect when they get new dentures and are sometimes shocked and upset when they realize all the difficulties involved. While there isn’t much that can be done at the very beginning, they will be adjusted, and you will get used to them in time.
Getting the Dentures
Most people think that once they receive their false teeth they are done, but it is only the beginning and you will still need to adjust to them and they will need to adjust to you. You will likely need to have your dentures relined and see your dentist frequently during the new phase.
Even if you have had dentures for many years, you will still need to give your mouth time to adapt the new feelings and pressures that come from relined and new false teeth.
Sore Areas
You will have sore areas on your mouth when you have new dentures. It is difficult to understand why this happens, but it is very common and almost everyone who gets dentures will have sore spots because every person’s mouth is different. After you receive and start wearing the dentures, you will have an appointment with your Vestal NY dentist either one or two days afterward to find out where the sores are. These areas will be fixed and adjusted so that the sores do not continue.
After a long period, which is different for everyone, your dentures will settle, causing the need for more adjustment appointments. Most people require at least three adjustments before they can comfortably wear their dentures throughout the day.
Chewing
Most people must “relearn” how to chew and do other normal activities because of their dentures. It can take up to eight weeks (two months) to learn how to chew properly and you must practice with your dentures. Most people find this part the most annoying and try eating without their false teeth or only wearing them while eating. This isn’t the proper way to wear dentures and will make it tougher to get used to them. Many people change their eating habits while learning to chew to make it easier to get used to the new phenomenon.
Speaking
Sometimes, people develop slight speaking problems because of the difference of dentures than real teeth. Practice will help, as will reading aloud to hear what doesn’t sound right and working on those words more.
If you are in need of dentures in Vestal NY, consider going to New York Dental Group.
