Will Dentures change how I speak?

While your CDT will ensure that your New Dentures have a positive effect on your speech, pronouncing certain words may require practice. Any initial difficulties soon subside and reading out loud and repeating troublesome words can help speed up the process.

It is common for people to salivate more when a Denture is fitted, which can affect speech. This will soon subside as your mouth becomes used to the presence of your Dentures. Sipping water can help to thin down saliva, and you will also find that the situation can be improved simply by swallowing more often.

If you find that your Dentures occasionally slip when you laugh, cough or smile, reposition them by gently biting down and swallowing. If this or any other problem persists, consult a CDT.