It is very common to experience minor speech changes—such as a slight lisp, clicking sounds, or difficulty pronouncing 's', 'f', 'v', or 'th' sounds—when you first wear dentures. This occurs because the acrylic base plate slightly alters the space inside your oral cavity, and your tongue must learn new contact positions. Proven Tips for Clear Speech: 1. Read Aloud Daily: Spend 10 to 15 minutes each day reading a book or newspaper aloud in front of a mirror to train your tongue and facial muscles. 2. Practice Problem Words: Repeat challenging phrases like 'sixty-six', 'Mississippi', and 'fifty-five' to retrain articulation. 3. Swallow Before Speaking: Swallowing resets the denture securely against your palate and clears excess saliva. 4. Speak at a Steady, Controlled Pace: Speaking slightly slower during the first few weeks prevents accidental clicking. What Denturaa offers: If speech difficulties persist beyond 3 weeks, the palatal acrylic may be too thick or the incisal teeth may be positioned incorrectly. Denturaa Clinical Dental Technicians use ultra-slim palates and precision phonetic bite registrations to ensure crisp, natural speech. Schedule a free consultation to review your denture acoustics.