Funny you mention applesauce—I've basically become an applesauce connoisseur since getting my partials. It’s wild how much you start analyzing food textures, right? I thought tech upgrades were tricky, but adapting to new teeth is a whole different level of “user interface.” Have you tried those softer protein bars? I figured they’d be safe, but nope... instant regret. Also, why does every “easy to eat” food seem to cost twice as much?
It’s wild how much you start analyzing food textures, right? I thought tech upgrades were tricky, but adapting to new teeth is a whole different level of “user interface.”
That “user interface” bit cracked me up—so true! When I first got my veneers, I obsessed over every bite. I remember thinking mashed potatoes would be a safe bet, but even those felt weird for a while. Ever tried blending soups? It’s not glamorous, but it saved me during the adjustment phase. And yeah, why does every “easy” snack have a luxury price tag? Makes me miss biting into a crusty baguette… sigh.
Ever tried blending soups? It’s not glamorous, but it saved me during the adjustment phase.
Blended soups are basically my new best friend right now. I was so nervous about eating anything solid, I swear I spent half an hour staring at a banana trying to decide if it was “safe” enough. Did anyone else feel like their tongue just… forgot how to work? I keep worrying I’m going to bite my cheek or something.
I also totally get what you mean about “easy” snacks being weirdly expensive. I bought some of those protein shakes and soft granola bars and nearly fainted at the checkout. Are there any budget-friendly options that aren’t just applesauce? Or am I doomed to a life of yogurt cups?
And talking—oh man. My S’s sound so strange now. Did that eventually go away for you? I keep practicing in the mirror but it’s like my mouth is learning a new language. This whole process is way more awkward than I expected, honestly.
Did anyone else feel like their tongue just… forgot how to work?
Honestly, yes. I kept thinking my mouth was running some kind of beta software that hadn’t been patched yet. The S’s thing is real—I noticed mine sounded off for a couple weeks, but it did smooth out as my brain adjusted. For snacks, I started making my own smoothies with oats and peanut butter—way cheaper than those shakes. It’s awkward, but it gets less weird over time.
Yeah, the tongue thing threw me off too. I kept tripping over words like “sibling” and “scissors”—it was almost funny after a while. I totally get what you mean about those shakes being pricey. Oats and peanut butter in smoothies are a lifesaver, and you can mix in whatever’s on sale that week. It does get easier, even if it feels super weird at first. I’m still working on apples, but hey… progress is progress.
