{"id":203,"date":"2026-03-04T08:07:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-04T08:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.swestdental.com\/blog\/?p=203"},"modified":"2026-03-08T20:07:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-08T20:07:51","slug":"what-to-expect-from-your-first-month-with-dentures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.swestdental.com\/blog\/?p=203","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect from Your First Month with Dentures"},"content":{"rendered":"
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While modern dentures work incredibly well, adjusting to them still takes time. That\u2019s only natural \u2013 the prosthetics<\/a> aren’t exactly like natural teeth. Given these facts, you should learn what your first month with dentures will look like before you get them. The good news is that your Rio Rancho dentist is here to help you do just that! So, please keep reading to learn what the first month with dentures involves and what you can do to make it easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What the First Month with Dentures Involves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll likely notice some major changes when you start wearing dentures. In particular, these shifts can be broadly sorted into the following categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Initial 24 Hours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During your first 24 hours with dentures, your gums will feel a bit sore. This \u201cachiness\u201d stems from the pressure your new restorations put on your mouth; such pressure will be unfamiliar and cause slight pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To compensate for the soreness, you can take several steps. One would be to only eat soft foods \u2013 soup, yogurt, mashed potatoes, etc. \u2013 for a few days; they won\u2019t upset your gums. Another idea is to wear your dentures to bed, as they\u2019ll act as a bandage for your gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First Two Weeks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll have to see your dentist several times over the first two weeks. The first of these visits is especially crucial, as it\u2019ll remove your dentures without harming your gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll likely feel mild pain or discomfort in these weeks. Indeed, some patients develop sore spots on their gums from the pressure of their dentures. A safe way to avoid aches and sore spots is to supplement meals with a protein-rich drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After The First Two Weeks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve reached the two-week mark, you\u2019ll have better adjusted to your dentures. That means you won\u2019t have many (or any) sore spots along your gums. Even better, eating meals will have gotten at least slightly easier for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please don\u2019t worry if you still lisp after two weeks. As you speak with dentures more, this effect will eventually fade; it only persists because you haven\u2019t fully \u201cre-learned\u201d how to move your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Making the Adjustment Easier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To make your adjustment to dentures easier, remember to take the following steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n