Dentures need daily care just like natural teeth. Without proper cleaning, plaque and food build up on dentures, causing bad breath, staining, sore gums and infections such as denture stomatitis. A simple routine keeps your dentures fresh and your mouth healthy, and it helps your dentures last longer.
After meals, remove your dentures and rinse them under running water to wash away food particles. Rinse your mouth too. This simple habit prevents food from sitting against your gums all day and reduces staining. Handle dentures over a folded towel or a basin of water so they do not break if dropped.
At least once a day, brush all surfaces of your dentures with a soft denture brush or a soft toothbrush and a denture cleaner or mild soap. Pay attention to the surfaces that sit against your gums and around any clasps. Avoid regular toothpaste, which is often abrasive and can scratch acrylic, creating tiny grooves where bacteria and stains collect.
Most dentures should be removed at night to give your gums a rest. Soak them in water or a denture cleaning solution recommended by your dentist. Never let dentures dry out, as this can cause them to warp. Rinse dentures thoroughly before putting them back in, especially after using cleaning solutions.
When your dentures are out, gently brush your gums, tongue and the roof of your mouth with a soft toothbrush. This stimulates circulation, removes plaque and keeps the tissues healthy. If you have remaining natural teeth, brush and clean between them carefully, especially those that support partial denture clasps.
Do not use hot or boiling water, which can warp dentures. Avoid bleach-based products unless recommended, as they can whiten pink acrylic and weaken metal parts. Hard-bristled brushes and abrasive cleaners can damage the surface. Never try to adjust or repair dentures yourself.
Tea, coffee, karak and smoking can stain dentures, and tartar can build up over time. Daily cleaning prevents most build-up. If stains or hard deposits remain, your dentist can professionally clean and polish your dentures.
Sore spots, looseness, clicking, difficulty chewing, cracks or a persistent bad smell are signs your dentures need checking. Over time, the shape of your gums changes, and dentures may need relining or replacing.
Even if you have no natural teeth, regular check-ups are important. Your dentist checks the fit of your dentures, examines your gums and screens for oral cancer.
If your dentures clip onto implants, clean both the denture and the implant attachments daily. Use a soft brush around the implant posts and follow your dentist's advice on special cleaning tools.
It is better to avoid regular toothpaste, which can scratch dentures. Use a denture cleaner or mild soap.
Most people should remove dentures at night to rest their gums, unless advised otherwise.
Odours usually come from plaque and bacteria. Daily brushing and soaking help.
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