Your dentist has made you a new set of dentures. Wearing dentures for the first time may feel slightly strange and uncomfortable. Pronouncing certain words and sounds may sometimes not be easy. Your taste may be affected and some of your eating habits may change as some foods may be difficult to eat. These hints will soon enable you to regain the pleasure of eating, laughing and enjoying
life to the full.

• Even if your dentures cause you discomfort to start with try to keep them in your mouth. It is important you get used to them quickly.

• Take it easy when eating. It is recommended to concentrate on soft foods at first. Chew slowly. Avoid large pieces initially and cut your food up well.
Avoid biting with the incisors and bite with the side of your dentures

• If speaking seems strange practice in front of a mirror - read out loudly and practice frequently.

• If your dentist recommends you keep your dentures in at night follow this advice after cleansing them.

• Initially if you have painful pressure points or inflamed gums try dentipur^® oil to help to relieve the pain. If the problem persists consult your dentist.

• To re-assure you whatever the situation - during meals, social situations etc. you may care to gain confidence by utilising a denture fixative cream, dentipur^® premium fixative cream with camomile and sage is particularly suitable.

• Clean your dentures every day morning and evening at the same time as you clean your natural teeth.

• Your mouth changes over time. It is important that you regularly consult your dentist even if you are not experiencing any discomfort.