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Be Good to Your Teeth |
| Always request that your name be put on new dentures you have made. This precaution is helpful should you misplace your dentures. |  |
| Tips on Dentures
You want your dentures to fit, look good and to function well. Follow these tips to make your dentures last. Be patient. Soon they will feel comfortable and you can start enjoying your brand new smile! Adjusting to dentures can take a little time. |
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1. Rinse out your mouth and dentures after each meal. 2. At least once a day, scrub your dentures thoroughly with toothpaste or soap and lukewarm water . Plaque builds up on dentures, just as it does on natural teeth. Use a denture brush or toothbrush. |
| 3. To protect your dentures, fill a basin with 3 to 4 inches of water before you start to brush them. If you drop them during cleaning, the water will cushion the fall and prevent the dentures from chipping or breaking. |
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4. Each time you clean your dentures, brush your gums, tongue and cheeks with a soft-bristle toothbrush and rinse your mouth thoroughly with water. Keeping your gums healthy helps your dentures to fit properly. 5. Don't use pads, liners or denture adhesives to improve the fit of your dentures. If they're loose, see a denturist. Your gums, like your eyes, change as you grow older. Dentures must be adjusted or change periodically. 6. Don't use hot or very cold water to clean your dentures. Lukewarm water is the ideal temperature for them. Extremes in temperature can warp your dentures. 7. Soak your dentures overnight in a container of water. Don't let them dry out. Removing your dentures nightly will not make your face sag. Gums need time to rest. Healthy gums help your dentures last. 8. See your denturist for regular check-ups. This is a preventive step that can save you time and money. Your smile is important to you! Home page Return to top Return to Denture Information |