My partial denture moves when I eat

For many denture wearers, mealtimes and snacks can feel like a trial. But there are some simple ways to make eating something to look forward to again.

From nuts and seeds to fresh or dried fruits, there are numerous foods and drinks that may prove problematic for denture wearers, especially when first getting used to them.

But if you do find yourself wondering ‘how to eat with dentures’ or even ‘can you eat with dentures?’. Here are five top tips for putting the pleasure back into food – whether you’re at home, out for a meal or tucking into snacks while watching the game with friends.

1. DON’T BITE OFF MORE THAN YOU CAN CHEW

Re-introducing foods steadily rather than trying to switch back to your pre-denture diet may help your mouth get used to the various challenges different foods now present. It also means you won’t end up putting yourself off your favourite meal or snack forever by unsuccessfully trying it before you’re ready. In other words, don’t bite off more than you can chew!

2. USE A DENTURE ADHESIVE

New Poligrip Max Seal denture adhesive features a precision nozzle with a finer tip, which leads to a thinner, more precise application and a 36% increase in surface coverage.* This helps form a superior seal** around your whole denture and helps to block out irritating food particles. It also provides a firm 12 hour hold to reduce the risk of your dentures slipping out of place while you eat. This improved retention and stability can also help increase bite force by up to 38%.***

3. TAKE CARE OF THE LITTLE THINGS

A common issue you may experience when eating with a partial denture, or a full one, is food particles becoming trapped between your denture and the underlying gum. This may often lead to irritation and discomfort. A denture adhesive may help here by forming a seal between your denture and your gum.

4. STAY POSITIVE

Although it may not feel like it at the time, most problems that denture wearers experience with eating tend to be both fixable and far from permanent. Doing your best to focus on what you can eat with dentures, rather than what you can’t will help keep you in a positive frame of mind as you adjust to your new life.

5. DON’T BE TOO HARD ON YOURSELF

While you may need to avoid trying to return to your normal diet too quickly when first getting used to dentures, or if you experience other common problems like soreness and denture slippage, try not to let all pleasure disappear from food. Some social situations that involve eating, like going to a restaurant, family celebrations or watching a film, can be good opportunities to treat yourself to some of your favourite foods in an enjoyable setting.

Whatever challenges eating with dentures presents for you, rest assured you’re not alone. There are solutions available to help make them as short-lived as possible – from temporarily adjusting your diet to using an effective denture adhesive like new Poligrip Max Seal that creates a superior seal** and helps to block out irritating food particles. Indeed, by taking the right steps for you, you may soon find that eating becomes one of life’s little pleasures all over again.

*On upper denture when compared with standard Poligrip/Polident/Corega in laboratory test
**Based on surface coverage, vs standard Poligrip in laboratory test
***Compared to no denture adhesive after 1 hour

Eating with Partial Dentures

When you have missing teeth, and you have taken the step of getting them replaced with partial dentures, you may well be wondering just how similar your partial dentures are to your teeth. You will likely have questions about eating with partial dentures and be wondering if your new partial denture will make life easier – or harder. This is a short piece designed to address some of the common questions people have when getting teeth replaced with partial dentures in the hopes it helps you to make a decision about tooth replacement.

Want to know more about partial dentures Brisbane? Our dental technicians are highly experienced in tooth replacement with partial dentures and can answer any questions you may have. Contact us today.

Can You Eat with Partial Dentures?

This is one of the most common questions our dental technicians get asked, especially as many people are unfamiliar with how partial dentures work in the mouth. Partial dentures, also sometimes called false teeth, are a special dental appliance which is molded to fit your mouth, providing you with a functional and aesthetic solution to missing teeth. It can be a bit tough to get used to the feeling of partial dentures in your mouth, and there can be some new sensations to get used to with chewing, but once you’re used to them you’ll never want to be without them again.

In short, when answering the question of ‘can you eat with partial dentures?’ the answer is: yes, you absolutely can. But there may be a period of adjustment as you get used to the new feeling in your mouth. It is wise to take a period of time sticking to soft foods and dishes that don’t require a lot of chewing and jaw work. Once you are more used to your dentures you will be able to get stuck into your favourite foods without too much of an issue.

Eating with New Partial Dentures

New partial dentures are a challenge in and of themselves, and you will be getting used to cleaning your dentures, smiling with your new dentures, and generally adjusting to having them in your mouth. Eating with new partial dentures is naturally going to cause some minor difficulty, just due to the fact that certain foods are going to cause more problems than others.

Eating with new partial dentures will require you to take things slowly and make sure you are focusing on chewing properly and keeping your dentures in place.
Don’t dive straight into hard foods like lollies and apples – you will need to work up to certain foods.
Chew slowly and take small bites when you have your new partial dentures – that way you won’t risk moving your dentures out of their position.

If you have any difficulties with eating with partial dentures you can always speak to a dental technician at Denture Health Care – we are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Can you Eat Steak with Partial Dentures

Steak is one of the favourite foods of many people – and when it comes to eating steak with partial dentures it certainly is possible. You may have to make a couple of concessions though, just to ensure that you do not dislodge your new teeth while eating with partial dentures.

When eating steak, make sure that you have your steak cut up into nice, small pieces. That way the amount of chewing required is less than if you bite off a big piece.
Chew your steak well when it is in your mouth, moving it around if you need to, and taking care to keep your dentures in position in your mouth.
If you find that eating steak is difficult with your partial dentures, speak to our dental technicians about your partial denture positioning.

So, can you eat steak with partial dentures? Of course, you can! Just take it slowly and ensure you look after your new partial dentures.

We want to ensure you can enjoy all of your favourite foods with your new partial dentures. Eating with partial dentures should be easy, pleasant, and enjoyable – so speak to our team of dental technicians today about your partial dentures Brisbane.

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How do you stop partial dentures moving?

The benefits of using the adhesive cream for partials A great partial denture adhesive not only keeps your partials from moving around in your mouth by providing a strong hold, but it also creates a seal that keeps food particles out from between your partial and gums.

Do partial dentures move when eating?

The Adjustment Period Not surprisingly, eating food within the first few days of getting your new partial dentures may feel awkward. In fact, many first time wearers have reported their partial dentures have become dislodged while eating.

How do you keep dentures from moving while eating?

Distribute your food evenly on both sides of the back of your mouth when you chew. It will help keep your dentures stable while you eat.

Why do my dentures get loose when I eat?

Your dentures can become loose for a number of reasons, many of which are perfectly normal. The most common reason for loose-fitting dentures is a process known as bone resorption, where the gums begin to shrink due to them no longer needing to hold your teeth in place.