When you have a date coming up, a lot of thoughts swirl through your mind, especially if it’s a first date or your first date in a while. You try not to dwell on it, but you’ve been wondering how your first kiss since you got your dentures will go. Is there anything important you should know ahead of time? Read on as a dentist in Louisville shares some tips that may prove valuable on Valentine’s Day and beyond.
Suggestions for Dating with Dentures
If you are worrying about what your date is going to think about your dentures, do your best to put that concern aside. You can’t let doubt keep you from living your life. Trust that your date will see your great personality and how much fun you two will have; believe in yourself. To help you put your best foot forward, check out some ideas for dating with dentures:
- Talk aloud a lot. You can start well before date night. Get plenty of practice talking with your dentures. It will help you hone your pronunciation skills and become more comfortable chatting with your special someone.
- Keep the smiles coming. Try to make sure you smile often in daily life. Doing so on date night is a great way to make a first impression.
- Make smart food choices. You can set yourself up for success or failure depending on what you choose to order on your date. Select items you know you can eat without difficulty and pass on the things you aren’t sure about.
- Keep your dentures clean. You want to smell great and look even better for your date, so make sure the same can be said for your dentures. Be diligent about cleaning them daily.
Tips on Kissing with Dentures
If you’ve had your dentures for a while now, you’re likely eating, speaking, and maybe even whistling with ease. But if you haven’t kissed that special someone just yet, here are some tips to recall when it’s time for romance:
- Ensure your dentures are secure. When you insert your dentures in the morning, secure them with denture adhesive. Make sure to use the right amount to prevent slippage when eating or talking.
- Be mindful of your hygiene routine. This was covered in the last section, but it can’t be overstated how important denture hygiene is each day. Strive to keep your mouth, gums, and dentures clean at all times to keep bacteria at bay. Brush your dentures twice daily with a soft-bristled brush. Soak them overnight in denture cleaning solution; you don’t want them to dry out or change shape.
- Staying comfortable is key. You always want to relax ahead of a kiss. If you feel comfortable with the person, you can tell them you have dentures if you want. Or you may want to wait to mention it; just do your best to read the situation.
- When the moment comes. When you lean in for the kiss, slightly pucker your lips and use a gentle, soft technique. If it’s a French kissing situation, keep the soft-and-gentle approach, but be sure you don’t hit your dentures on their teeth. Though passionate kissing may take more practice, hopefully, you and your date are up to the challenge.
Now that you might feel a bit more prepared about kissing with dentures, focus on what a great time you’ll have, and don’t waste a minute worrying about it. Be confident, relax, and remember these tips to ensure your upcoming date turns into multiple encounters.
About the Author
At Remmers Dental, we’ve worked to provide quality dentistry to patients in Louisville since 1966. If we’re doing our jobs right, our patients are going to have a great experience on their way to stellar oral health. We have multiple payment options, special offers, as well as early morning and evening appointments for convenience. We offer full dentures, partials, and implant dentures. You can schedule a consultation on our website or call (502) 499-0234.
