Missing teeth can impact much more than your oral health. Not only does it erode your jawbone, which can cause additional tooth loss, but it also makes basic tasks like smiling, eating, and speaking much more challenging. Thankfully, your dentist can rebuild your grin with dentures so that you can once again enunciate different sounds and words and enjoy your favorite meals.
However, researchers have learned that although these prosthetics can restore your ability to chew more normally, many patients experience a decline in their nutritional intake. A 2022 study published in the Journal of Prosthodontics reported that people who have had traditional dentures for two years experienced a significant decline in certain nutrition markers.
The good news is that with the right knowledge and habits, this decline can be mitigated. Continue reading to learn more about why this happens and why it’s important to watch what you eat with dentures!
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