Adjusting to New Dentures: A Practical Guide
Medically reviewed by Dr Matthew Sng , Clinical Director
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New dentures feel unfamiliar for the first few weeks while your mouth adjusts — this settles. A few habits make the settling-in period easier.
Settling in
- Eating: start with soft foods cut into small pieces, and chew on both sides at once to keep the denture stable. Reintroduce firmer foods gradually.
- Speaking: some sounds may feel different at first. Reading aloud for a few minutes a day helps your tongue and cheeks adapt.
- Saliva: you may notice more saliva early on — this settles as your mouth gets used to the denture.
- Cleaning: rinse and brush the denture daily with a soft brush, and take it out at night to let your gums rest.
- Adhesive: a denture adhesive can add confidence while you adjust, if you find it helpful.
When to see the dentist
If a sore spot develops and doesn't settle, see the dentist — a small adjustment usually fixes it. Don't try to file or reshape the denture yourself.
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