It’s totally normal to wonder if dentures will change the way you eat or speak—but the good news is, once you adjust, most patients find they can enjoy meals and conversations with confidence again.
At first, dentures may feel a bit bulky or unfamiliar. You might experience slight changes in the way your tongue moves or how food feels in your mouth. Certain words could be tricky at the beginning, and chewing might take a little extra effort. But with a bit of patience (and practice), your muscles will adapt, and things will feel much more natural.
Eating softer foods and cutting meals into smaller bites during the adjustment period can really help. Reading out loud or chatting with friends is also a great way to get used to speaking with dentures. Most patients find that within a few weeks, things like pronunciation and chewing become second nature again.
Call Us for Dentures Designed Just for You
At Palm Family Dentistry, we design custom dentures in Prairieville, LA, that fit comfortably and function naturally. We’ll walk you through every step of the adjustment process and offer helpful tips to get you back to feeling like yourself again—smiling, talking, and enjoying your favorite foods with ease.
Have questions about your options? Call us today to learn more about getting started!