{"id":107,"date":"2025-11-13T15:05:12","date_gmt":"2025-11-13T15:05:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.udcchicago.com\/blog\/?p=107"},"modified":"2025-11-26T15:43:09","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T15:43:09","slug":"denture-safety-which-foods-should-you-avoid-during-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.udcchicago.com\/blog\/denture-safety-which-foods-should-you-avoid-during-the-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Denture Safety: Which Foods Should You Avoid During the Holidays?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.udcchicago.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/AdobeStock_382815706__1764169727_39519.jpg\" alt=\"grandmother and granddaughter baking a pie\" class=\"wp-image-108\" style=\"width:294px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.udcchicago.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/AdobeStock_382815706__1764169727_39519.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.udcchicago.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/AdobeStock_382815706__1764169727_39519-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.udcchicago.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/AdobeStock_382815706__1764169727_39519-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.udcchicago.com\/dentures.html\">Dentures<\/a> offer patients a new lease on life, especially when it comes to eating a variety of foods. The improved stability and bite force of these prosthetics make mealtime more enjoyable, even around the holidays. But are all food items equal? Should you be careful not to eat certain things because of the potential danger they can cause to your smile? Keep reading to discover which foods to avoid if you want to avoid a trip to the emergency dentist\u2019s office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6 Foods You Should Avoid While Wearing Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter if you are wearing a full or partial denture, you need to be mindful of what and how you eat certain foods. Although it might seem as if you can bite down on virtually anything because of your new and improved smile, the reality is that your teeth are not permanent and can become damaged if you\u2019re not careful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoiding a trip to see your emergency dentist is possible if you avoid the following foods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Corn on the cob<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raw vegetables and hard fruits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cranberry sauce and other similarly sticky substances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chewy, tough meats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hard nuts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marshmallows, caramel, and similarly sticky foods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Denture-Friendly Foods Can You Enjoy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of feeling as if you are missing out on the food items listed above, remember that you can indulge in the following items. Doing so will not only keep you satisfied but also ensure your dentures remain fully intact throughout the holidays:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mashed potatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Green bean casserole<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tender meats like turkey or ham<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooked vegetables<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flaky fish like salmon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pasta or rice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s always important to remember to cut up any larger pieces of food into small bits so that you can chew them easily. If you are still struggling to eat with your dentures, start with softer foods and slowly move on to denser options. By chewing with both sides of your mouth, you evenly distribute your bite force so that your dentures don\u2019t pop out of place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping in mind which foods to avoid and which ones to eat this holiday season will allow you to enjoy what is on your plate instead of rushing off to the emergency dentist\u2019s office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><br>United Dental Centers of Chicago is a family-owned and locally operated dental practice that consists of multiple dentists and staff who prioritize patients\u2019 needs. Delivering top-tier care, we help individuals who are living with dentures enjoy a better quality of life. When the holidays arrive, our team can recommend ways to avoid dental emergencies and unexpected problems, especially those caused by the foods that are consumed. If you want to make sure your artificial teeth stay intact this holiday season, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udcchicago.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(773) 646-6262 <\/strong>to make an appointment with one of our dentists.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dentures offer patients a new lease on life, especially when it comes to eating a variety of foods. The improved stability and bite force of these prosthetics make mealtime more enjoyable, even around the holidays. But are all food items equal? 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