How To Take Care Of Dentures
Adjusting to dentures can take time, whether you have partial dentures or full mouth dentures. Removable dentures have some similarities with natural teeth, but also many differences. On a daily basis, you need to brush them with a soft-bristled brush and soak them in either water or a cleaning solution. You should always avoid boiling water as it can cause the dentures to warp and change shape, making them incompatible with your mouth. While the dentures are out of your mouth, you should also clean your mouth to keep your gums healthy. For help with dentures and restorative dental treatments, please call our office in Swampscott, or keep reading to learn more about denture care.
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Daily Care Instructions for Removable Dentures
Every day, you need to take care of your dentures just like normal teeth. Whenever you eat, you need to clean your dentures by rinsing them so that loose food particles are removed. This prevents food particles from getting between the dentures and your gums which can lead to gum disease. At least once per day you need to take out the dentures and brush them. When brushing your dentures, make sure to brush around the parts that touch your gums. You then need to soak the dentures overnight in either denture solution or water, which prevents them from drying out or warping. Finally, you need to clean your mouth by brushing your gums, tongue, and any remaining healthy teeth with a toothbrush. This prevents the buildup of plaque and gum disease by removing bacteria.
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What To Avoid When Caring For Your Dentures
There are some things to avoid when caring for your dentures. Hot water can cause dentures to warp which will change how they fit in your mouth. Bleach should not be used unless specifically recommended by your dentist. Bleach can corrode the metal parts of the dentures and weaken them overall. Stiff brushes or abrasive materials can scratch the surface of the dentures. You should always use a soft-bristle brush when cleaning dentures. Avoid dropping the dentures as they can break. You should not use toothpaste, whitening products, or abrasive cleaning agents on your dentures.
When Should You See The Dentist If You Have Dentures?
A common misconception is that you do not need to see the dentist as often if you have dentures. Just because you do not have teeth does not mean you should skip the dentist. You should go for regular check-ups so you can have a professional cleaning, and your dentist can check the fit of your dentures, while also looking for signs of gum disease or other oral issues. Your dentist can also make adjustments to your dentures so they fit better. It is common for the mouth to change shape over time, so adjustments may be needed. Likewise, your dentist can help repair your dentures. You should never attempt to fix broken dentures on your own. If your dentures get damaged, you should make an appointment with a dental office that provides denture services.
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Whiting Dental Arts helps patients manage their oral health at every stage of development. We help patients get dentures, adjust dentures, and repair dentures. We also provide alternative treatments to traditional dentures like All-on-4 dental implants, that fix a full arch of teeth on a small group of dental implants. For more information, please contact our team.