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May 28, 2022

How Dentures Can Negatively Affect Nutrition

Filed under: Uncategorized — dr_zahner @ 3:36 pm
dentures soaking in a cup of water

If you have lost multiple teeth and are considering replacing them with a full or partial denture, you may want to think about a more stable alternative. While regular dentures give you back the appearance of having a full set of teeth, they can also affect your nutrition — and not for the better. That’s because dentures rest on top of the gums and may not provide the sturdy foundation to support a healthy diet. So, while it may be easier to chew, you may notice more long-term negative effects. Keep reading to learn more, along with a suggestion for what to do instead.

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