DENTURES

Just like natural teeth, dentures require daily maintenance. This keeps your replacement teeth clean and bacteria from in your mouth.

• Keeping Dentures Clean

  • Stand over a clean, folded towel or a sink full of water with dentures in hand. This keeps you from accidentally dropping your dentures In addition they are less likely to break.
  • Dentures are not immune to plaque and tartar build-up. Brush your replacement teeth using a soft-bristled brush. Gently brush the surfaces of the dentures, being careful not to break or bend the plastic. Between brushings, it’s important to rinse after each meal.
  • Clean your dentures with a gentle cleanser. Many household cleaners, toothpastes and mouthwashes can be much too hard on dentures. It is recommended that you use a mild hand or dish soap to get your dentures clean. Be sure to check for the American Dental Association (ADA) seal of approval to choose products that are safe for your dentures, or ask your dentist about which products are best.
  • When you are not wearing, dentures must kept moist. Dentures that are not kept in a denture cleaning solution or in water can dry out, lose their shape, crack or break. Certain styles of dentures require certain soaking solutions, so be sure to ask your dentist which solution is best for you.
  • Even if you have a full set of dentures, it’s important to keep your gums and tongue clean. Use a soft-bristled brush to clean your gums and tongue every day.

  If your dentures do break, contact Hill Dentistry and schedule an appointment as soon as possible.

  Broken or dentures that don’t fit properly will cause mouth and gum irritation. Don’t forget to schedule regular dental checkups every six months to make sure that your smile stays healthy and beautiful as well. Schedule a dental appointment today.