The upper portion ... The wax is just temporary. It gets replaced by an acrylic, which is more aesthetically pleasing and realistic-looking. The lab boils the dentures to get rid of the wax ...

Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD Eating with new dentures will be challenging. It takes time for your gums and muscles to adjust. And you need time to get used to how your new dentures feel.