“Can you eat solid foods with partial dentures?”

Yes, but it will be different. It is a learning process. You still tend to chew more on the remaining natural teeth, but you will be able to eat much better with a full set of teeth restored with partials. Depending on the type and design of the partials, you may also have to get used to food sticking in new crevices and clasps. Always make sure that the partials and your teeth are totally clean when you insert them. Any food or plaque trapped between the partials and your own teeth can cause cavities. A partial itself cannot cause cavities, only poor oral hygiene will do that. As I said before, it's a learning process. You have to learn how to insert and remove them, how to chew and speak with them, and how to take care of them. Many people do very well with partial dentures. Good luck! Dr. Conrad