{"id":182,"date":"2023-06-06T03:46:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-06T03:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oshinsofsmiles.com\/blog\/?p=182"},"modified":"2023-08-06T03:49:52","modified_gmt":"2023-08-06T03:49:52","slug":"what-to-expect-after-getting-dentures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oshinsofsmiles.com\/blog\/2023\/06\/06\/what-to-expect-after-getting-dentures\/","title":{"rendered":"Your First Month with Dentures"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-183 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oshinsofsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/denture-31-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Fingers holding lower denture\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oshinsofsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/denture-31-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oshinsofsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/denture-31.jpg 612w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>If you&#8217;ve been living with missing teeth, nothing is more exciting than getting your first set of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oshinsofsmiles.com\/dentures.html\">dentures<\/a>. Although they will fit your mouth like gloves, don&#8217;t expect to chomp into a juicy hamburger right away. It will take time to adjust to your new teeth. Here\u2019s what you can expect during the first month and how to make the transition process easier.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The First 24 Hours with Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you require tooth extractions before getting your dentures, your mouth will be sore for a few days. Your dentist will recommend taking OTC pain relievers to manage any discomfort and eat soft foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist will instruct you to wear your dentures for 24 hours after getting them. They\u2019ll act like bandaids to help your mouth heal. After the first day, you\u2019ll need to remove your dentures at night. Although no one wants to be caught without their teeth, your oral and general health relies on taking them out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The First 2 Weeks with Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s normal for sore spots to occur within the first few days, but if the irritation persists, you may need to have your dentures adjusted. You might also notice you\u2019re producing more saliva. Your mouth will attribute your dentures as a foreign object, causing increased salivation. Don\u2019t worry, it will resolve within a couple of weeks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can resume your regular diet, but skip anything hard or chewy. Cut your food into small pieces and chew slowly until you adjust to your dentures. Speaking clearly can take practice, too. Singing or reading out loud can shorten the transition process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">After 2 Weeks with Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating and speaking will become easier after a couple of weeks. You may even forget you\u2019re wearing your dentures. Maintain any follow-up appointment with your dentist to keep your dentures fitting their best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">30 Days Days with Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating and speaking will feel natural within a month. Your dentures can serve you for many years before needing to be replaced. Many factors affect their lifespan, but you can do many things to get the most from your investment, like keeping your dentures clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dentures can\u2019t get cavities, but you still need to brush after eating. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and nonabrasive toothpaste or mild dishwashing liquid. Take your dentures out every night before going to bed. Put them in an overnight soaking solution to kill any bacteria.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides keeping your dentures clean, always keep them moist and don\u2019t expose them to hot liquids to prevent them from warping. Visit your dentist regularly for a checkup and denture adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Steven Oshins<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oshinsofsmiles.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. Oshins<\/a> earned his dental degree from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and has worked among the most prestigious dentists in the Federal Government. He has regularly pursued advanced education in many specialties, including dentures. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oshinsofsmiles.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">Request an appointment<\/a> through our website or call (518) 519-3977.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;ve been living with missing teeth, nothing is more exciting than getting your first set of dentures. Although they will fit your mouth like gloves, don&#8217;t expect to chomp into a juicy hamburger right away. It will take time to adjust to your new teeth. 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