4 molars extracted, how to get used to eating with less teeth?

[Darod]

Hi,

Well, this might be a silly question, and if it was already answered, I apologize. I could not find anything out about it using the search function. I had four molars extracted two weeks ago. The back most one in each quadrant. The healing, thankfully, is going along fine. But I have noticed it's definitely different to eat now. It's hard to explain. But I was wondering if anyone here who may have gone through a similar experience can let me know if this is something that can be gotten used to with time. I can still eat, which I am grateful for, but it feels so different now with one tooth missing on each quadrant. I'm hoping I can get more used to it. Thanks for any help!

 

[gamergirl123]

Just takes a little trial and error. Last year I had 14 teeth removed(wisdoms, front four teeth, upper back left molar, lower molars and a front lower tooth) due to avoiding dentists for so long. I prefer eating without the partials.

 

[Darod]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It puts me more at ease that I will be able to find a comfortable chewing process in the future.

 

[Darod]

I forgot to mention, that quite a few years ago, I had a molar extracted as well. So on the bottom left side, I have no molars. I am okay with only being able to chew on one side, but I have been reading a few things that have me concerned. One site said that chewing helps break up the plaque, and so there may be a chance of getting more cavities on the side where you don't chew. But I brush, floss and mouthwash three times a day. Would that fix the plaque issue? Also that there might be a greater chance of getting jaw problems if you chew only on one side. If I chew gum on my left side, as much as is possible without molars, would that help this?

 

[Soontobetoothless]

I have had no molars since end Jan this year. (having the rest out Mon and immediate denture)! Eeek. Only thing I would say is that I have had a couple of serious chucking issues with rice and for some reason, tomatoes! Take care before swallowing hope this helps and good luck��