If you’re missing one or more teeth, you know from experience how much it can affect your day-to-day life. Tooth loss can make everyday tasks like speaking and eating feel like a chore. Fortunately, getting dentures can resolve these issues and allow you to enjoy a fully restored bite. Of course, because this method of tooth replacement can initially affect your speech, you may feel like you have to hold back from your daily conversations – but that’s not the case at all! Read on to learn a few things you can do to get used to speaking with your new smile.
Repeat Difficult-to-Pronounce Words
After getting dentures, you may have difficulty pronouncing certain words or making specific sounds. Rest assured – this is all completely normal! You can resolve these issues by practicing with your new smile. Try repeating commonly used words and phrases to help improve your communication. By doing this, you’re effectively re-training your mouth properly enunciate with your dentures in. Patients often have the most difficulty with letters like ‘S’ and ‘F’, which means it’s a good idea to practice with words containing those.
Constantly Read Aloud
Once you have your pronunciation down, you’ll need to boost your confidence when it comes to speaking while wearing your dentures. Some good exercises include reading the daily newspaper or a book out loud to yourself. These will help you get used to the sound of your voice with your dentures, allowing you to build your confidence when speaking. You can also try looking in the mirror while doing these exercises so you can physically see your speech pattern.
Keep Talking
The best way to improve your overall speech is by talking frequently with family and friends. By having your loved ones listen closely to your speech pattern, you can identify which words you’re struggling with most. They’ll be able to tell you what you need to practice on. With their help and plenty of practice, you’ll be able to easily hold a conversation using your dentures. That can be a real boost to your confidence!
Are you struggling to speak clearly with dentures? By implementing these daily exercises into your life, you can quickly adapt to your new smile and talk with full-blown confidence.
About the Practice
At Southwest Dental, we’re passionate about helping patients improve the health and appearance of their smiles. Our team uses the latest technologies, techniques, and materials to ensure you get the exceptional care you deserve. For more tips on how to speak clearly with dentures, don’t hesitate to reach out! You can talk to an experienced team member via our website or call (505) 896-9399.