{"id":105,"date":"2023-01-10T01:37:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-10T01:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/blog\/?p=105"},"modified":"2023-02-18T01:41:29","modified_gmt":"2023-02-18T01:41:29","slug":"dentures-and-how-they-affect-nutrition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/10\/dentures-and-how-they-affect-nutrition\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Dentures Affect Your Nutrition?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/240_F_235640074_2Skd8KnsTBFxFx0xNPsPszDXVzyFAEy3.jpg\" alt=\"older person with dentures sitting on couch smiling\" class=\"wp-image-106\" width=\"298\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/240_F_235640074_2Skd8KnsTBFxFx0xNPsPszDXVzyFAEy3.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/240_F_235640074_2Skd8KnsTBFxFx0xNPsPszDXVzyFAEy3-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 298px) 100vw, 298px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dentures are one of the most popular ways to replace one or more missing teeth. Not only do they fill in the gaps in your beam, but they also give you back some of your bite power. This may make it sound like you won\u2019t have any issues eating, but can wearing dentures impact your nutrition? Continue reading to learn if <a href=\"https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/dentures.html\">denture<\/a> wearers can expect changes in how much nutrition they receive from their food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Dentures &amp; Nutrition are Linked<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>People who have trouble with slipping dentures may find it difficult to comfortably speak, laugh, and chew and grind up their food. This means that they will likely end up swallowing larger, undigested pieces of food. Since it\u2019s hard for the stomach to properly process larger pieces of food, this may result in a reduced intake of nutrients. This can lead to vitamin and nutrient deficiencies, which can cause a range of issues with one\u2019s oral and overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Dental Implants Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental implants may be a solution to slipping dentures. These small screws are usually made from titanium and can be inserted directly into the jawbone. Once there, they will fuse with it through a process called osseointegration. This takes four to six months to be completed and makes the implants as durable and long-lasting as your natural smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Implant dentures are held in place by these titanium screws. This prevents the restorations from shifting around, which allows you to bite and chew food more easily. In some cases, your dentist may be able to convert your dentures so they can be attached to implants. This will prevent them from slipping when you eat, speak, and laugh. As a result, you should be able to receive the nutrition you need to maintain a healthy smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cove Choice Dental gives patients the care they need to keep their smiles healthy and problem-free. Are you missing several or all of your teeth? They offer a variety of tooth replacement options, including dentures. Additionally, if you aren\u2019t receiving enough nutrition with your restorations, they can help you determine if implant dentures are a good option to fit your lifestyle. Are you interested in setting up an appointment or do you want more information on dentures and the importance of soaking them overnight? If so, visit Cove Choice Dental\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/contact.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">website<\/a> or call their office at (254) 987-6777.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dentures are one of the most popular ways to replace one or more missing teeth. Not only do they fill in the gaps in your beam, but they also give you back some of your bite power. 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