Getting dentures is an exciting step toward restoring your smile, but it’s completely normal for eating to feel a little unfamiliar at first. Your mouth needs time to adjust to the new shape and feel of your dentures, and certain foods may seem more challenging in the beginning. The good news is that with patience and practice, most people quickly regain confidence and comfort during meals.

Understanding that this adjustment period is temporary can help you stay positive as you adapt.

When it comes to cavities and small chips or cracks, fillings are often a great choice for repairing them. The affected structure will be removed and replaced with a high-quality material. That way, you regain function without changing too much in your smile. In the past, amalgam was the only option, but a tooth-colored version is now offered in many practices. Which one should you get? Here’s what to know to feel confident deciding.

When you first got your dentures, you might’ve been excited about having your full smile back. You likely felt a new wave of confidence and had an easier time eating your favorite foods. That said, if your pair is older, then they might’ve started to develop a bad smell to them. To help get rid of this unpleasant odor, here’s why it happened and tips to get back their freshness.