What does “Denture care” mean?
Denture care includes keeping the denture and mouth clean and checking fit and damage. The basic approach is to clean the denture and care for the remaining teeth and gums separately.
How should dentures be cleaned?
Remove food and adhesive residue, and use soft cleaning tools and a cleanser suitable for the denture material. Use cleansers outside the mouth according to product instructions and rinse thoroughly before inserting the denture.
What precautions are needed for storage?
Dentures are generally removed at night to let the tissues rest. Follow storage instructions for the specific material and avoid hot water or cleansers that may damage it.
When is a checkup needed?
Looseness, persistent sores or pain, cracks, and breakage need assessment. Because the shape of the gums and bone may change, fit should also be checked regularly.
Frequently Asked Questions
If I clean the denture, can I skip cleaning my mouth?
The gums, tongue, and remaining natural teeth also need to be kept clean. In particular, remove plaque around teeth that support a partial denture.
Will using more adhesive make a denture last longer?
Adhesive has limits in compensating for a poorly fitting denture. If more is needed or sores recur, the need for adjustment, relining, or replacement is assessed.
Questions about denture care
Learn what the term means and how it relates to your dental condition.
- Sufficient understanding
Are the cleaning and storage methods suitable for the material?
Explanation and evidenceChoose products and methods according to components such as metal and resin.
American Dental Association · Denture Care and Maintenance - A choice suited to your condition
Is there persistent pressure or movement?
Explanation and evidenceTissue condition and fit are checked separately from denture cleaning.
American College of Prosthodontists · The Frequency of Denture Replacement
