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Of the estimated 35 million Americans that are missing all of their teeth, around 90% of them turn towards dentures<\/a> as a solution for replacing their lost pearly whites. And dentures have a lot to offer; they won\u2019t just restore the beauty of your smile, but they\u2019ll also allow you to eat, speak, and smile normally once more. That said, your dentures can only function<\/em> properly if they fit <\/em>properly! Ill-fitting dentures can be quite problematic and lead to a slew of different oral health problems. Keep reading to learn more about four of these complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Swollen Gums and Soreness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your dentures fit inside your mouth by resting on your gums, relying on a combination of adhesives, suction, and muscle control to remain in place. But if your dentures don\u2019t correctly fit the curves and contours of your mouth, they can rub against your soft mouth tissue and cause irritation and inflammation. Swollen gums are much more susceptible to injuries and bleeding, and you can also develop uncomfortable blisters that grow and multiply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Trouble with Speech<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ill-fitting dentures can also give you a difficult time whenever you try to speak! Your tongue and teeth play an important role in speech, assisting you with the pronunciation of certain words and sounds. If your dentures are slipping and sliding around your mouth while you talk, social situations and conversations can quickly become awkward. Poor-fitting dentures can cause all sorts of speech problems including stutters, slurs, and lisps; they can even fall out of your mouth during normal conversation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Difficulty Eating<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everybody loves to eat, but it becomes difficult to fuel up if it hurts to chew your food! Ill-fitting dentures can make enjoying your favorite snacks tricky and complicated, which in turn will influence your diet. Similar to when you\u2019re speaking, you run the risk of your dentures shifting and falling out while you\u2019re eating if they don\u2019t properly fit your mouth. This drastically reduces your chewing power, which will negatively influence your body\u2019s overall nutrition. Additionally, food particles can become lodged between your gums and dentures, which can lead to gum disease and infection if left untreated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Potential Damage to Adjacent Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dentures that don\u2019t fit your mouth correctly also pose a threat to your pre-existing teeth. If you have partial dentures that aren\u2019t secured, they can actually grate on your natural teeth and wear down their enamel. This can lead to chips and cracks in your teeth that sometimes result in dental emergencies!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your dentures are meant to help your smile; but they can actually harm it if they aren\u2019t properly situated! If you suspect that your dentures don\u2019t fit correctly, you should contact your dentist immediately in order to prevent painful problems from developing later on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The team at Harrisonburg Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is pleased to serve the dental needs of patients and families in the Harrisonburg area. The practice is led by Dr. Mario DeNicola and Dr. Monisha Khanna, who both have several years of experience and expertise in a wide variety of fields. Their practice is proud to offer many available services<\/a> including preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry options. If you have any questions about dentures or would like to schedule a visit, you can contact the practice online<\/a> or by phone: (540) 432-6616.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Of the estimated 35 million Americans that are missing all of their teeth, around 90% of them turn towards dentures as a solution for replacing their lost pearly whites. And dentures have a lot to offer; they won\u2019t just restore the beauty of your smile, but they\u2019ll also allow you to eat, speak, and smile […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-320","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nComplications Of Ill-Fitting Dentures | Dr. Mario DeNicola<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Dentures are a great solution for missing teeth, but only if they fit! 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