{"id":19,"date":"2018-02-22T18:02:08","date_gmt":"2018-02-22T18:02:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/?p=19"},"modified":"2025-11-11T23:04:33","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T23:04:33","slug":"how-to-adjust-your-diet-to-your-dentures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/how-to-adjust-your-diet-to-your-dentures\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Adjust Your Diet to Your Dentures"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dentures-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"Hand holding glass of water with dentures\" class=\"wp-image-41\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dentures-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dentures.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>With new dentures also come many adjustments in your life, especially your diet. Eating with dentures may feel strange for a short time since dentures aren\u2019t as sturdy as your natural teeth. You can become a pro in no time if you take some practice and know how to adjust your diet. Our dentists and team can guide you through how to eat with dentures and what may need to change in your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adjusting Takes Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you first receive your new denture, we encourage you to eat a diet of soft foods. Take small bites and chew slowly on both sides of your mouth to help you become accustomed to using your dental appliances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bite and Chew Carefully<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people bite into food using their front teeth, but this can make dentures unstable and loose so that they shift around and irritate your gums. If you need to bite into a food, try to use your canines and not your foremost teeth. Then, chew with an even pressure on both sides of your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building Confidence Over Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The more you use your dentures, the more comfortable they will feel. Within a few days or weeks, you can begin eating firmer and tougher foods, but we encourage you to still avoid risky foods such as chewing gum, sharp bones and shells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Long-Term Eating<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating with dentures will eventually become second nature, allowing you to enjoy nearly the same diet you had your whole life. However, we advise against eating sticky or hard food, including nuts and seeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please feel free to contact Gannett Drive Dental at 207-253-5600 today if you would like to speak with Drs. Gagnon about how to get used to dentures in South Portland, Maine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Gannett Drive Dental, patients can achieve straighter smiles with Invisalign clear aligners. Dr. Gagnon and our skilled team provide customized orthodontic plans designed to deliver lasting results. With personalized care and advanced technology, our practice helps patients transform their smiles comfortably and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call us at (207) 253-5600 or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/contact.html\">request an appointment online<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With new dentures also come many adjustments in your life, especially your diet. Eating with dentures may feel strange for a short time since dentures aren\u2019t as sturdy as your natural teeth. You can become a pro in no time if you take some practice and know how to adjust your diet. 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