Do you feel tired? Worn out? Maybe even a little cranky? It’s possible you’re not getting the nutrients your body needs to feel good and function efficiently. It’s also possible that you’re not necessarily to blame. Instead, the problem could be your dentures! Studies show that those who rely on this popular tooth replacement tend to be vitamin and mineral deficient.
Fortunately, there’s a way you could experience love at first bite. Keep reading to learn more about how dentures affect your nutrition, and how upgrading to implant dentures might help.
Can I Eat Normally with Dentures?
Not quite – and that’s the problem. While dentures can help you chew with the back of your mouth effectively, they lack the support necessary to provide more power to your tearing teeth. This makes it difficult or even impossible to eat many healthy foods, such as tough meats and raw veggies.
Does This Effect My Health and Wellness?
Absolutely! Everyone’s biology is unique, but it’s safe to say that in order to feel your best, you really need a balanced diet. The protein you get from meat, for example, promotes muscle growth and repair, healthy hair and skin, brain function, energy – and so much more. Raw vegetables, meanwhile, are a good source of fiber and vitamin C, which are essential for digestion and immune function.
Missing out on these nutrients can cause all sorts of problems, ranging from fatigue to chronic issues like edema and heart disease.
How Will Implant Dentures Help?
Imagine what you could eat if your denture had even biting power all the way around, and if it didn’t slip or shift while you chewed. You could enjoy pretty much any meal someone with natural teeth could! That’s the impact of an implant denture. By “borrowing” a few dental implants to fix your denture in place, your dentist can give you the blessing of complete, 100% oral function – and better nutrition!
If your dentures just aren’t doing it for you anymore, it might be time for an upgrade. After biting into your first steak with an implant denture, you’ll fall in love with how much easier it is to enjoy a healthy diet.
About the Author
Dr. Joshua Thomas Pogue, or “the dentist America trusts,” as comedian Craig Ferguson has called him, is skilled with a variety of advanced treatments – including dental implants. After graduating with his dental degree from the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, he became a proud member of the International Dental Implant Association and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. If you’d like to upgrade your dentures by combining them with implants, Dr. Pogue can complete the entire process in-house with his famous gentle touch. To contact his office, call 563-332-7734.