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What is the best way to clean dentures

Dentures are a well-known solution for people who have lost most of their natural teeth, they restore the functionality and aesthetics of the smile, allowing patients to laugh confidently, speak and eat their favorite food.

They are a great alternative for patients that are not good candidates for dental implants and are generally the best choice for elders.

But having no natural teeth left doesn’t mean that you should stop caring for your oral health. Full and partial dentures need proper care to avoid damage and keep the mouth clean to prevent gum disease.

Let’s take a look at all the steps for a good denture cleaning routine and some tips for denture wearers.

Why is denture cleaning so important?

 Oral hygiene doesn’t only include cleaning the teeth; the gums, jawbone, and the rest of the mouth’s soft tissue need proper care to prevent oral health problems such as an infection, gum disease, bone wear, and more.

Even when dentures are a good solution to restore the smile, denture users often have to deal with certain problems, so it is essential to find solutions before a small inconvenience turns into a bigger issue.

For example, when the denture doesn’t fit properly it can cause discomfort when speaking, and create small cuts in the gums. With bad hygiene, those small cuts could lead to irritation, infection, mouth ulcers, bad breath, pain, denture stomatitis (a type of fungus infection), and even strong cases of gum disease.

By having a good denture cleaning routine, you can prevent many diseases and make your experience with dentures more pleasant. The best part is that cleaning dentures is not much harder than brushing your teeth.

This is how you should take care of your denture:

Here is some advice about what you should do if you wear dentures to keep good oral hygiene.

Brush your dentures everyday

Like real teeth, dentures accumulate food debris, plaque, and bacteria so you should brush them every day at least once using a denture brush or a conventional soft toothbrush. You can use regular toothpaste and softly brush to remove the plaque buildup and remaining adhesive in case you use denture adhesive.

To clean your dentures well it is important to brush them like natural teeth.

The best time to clean your dentures is at the end of the day. Dentists recommend removing the denture before brushing so you achieve a deep cleaning every time. Remember that denture teeth are not as strong as real ones, so brushing too hard or using strong cleaning products could cause damage.

Avoid using whitening toothpastes or any other type of teeth whitening products, they won’t do much at removing stains from your denture, and the peroxide that is often included in these types of products can cause damage to the porcelain.

Don’t forget to brush your mouth

Cleaning your mouth is essential to good oral health. After brushing your dentures, take some time to brush your mouth with a soft-bristled toothbrush and regular toothpaste. Pay special attention to the gums and clean the cheeks and the palate.

Rinse dentures after eating

You should rinse your denture with tap water after eating to remove all food debris and prevent bacteria accumulation in the mouth. Only by rinsing the denture with natural or warm water two or three times per day, you can reduce the chances of infection and mouth sores.

Don’t use hot or boiling water to rinse dentures since it can damage the material and deform it. In case you can’t remove your denture to rinse it because you’re not home or you are using denture adhesive, you can use mouthwash to clean your mouth.

Soak dentures overnight

Dentures need to be moist to stay in good shape so it is recommended to soak your dentures during the night with a denture-soaking solution or water with denture cleansers. Depending on the material of the denture and its type, you must use a special method.

Follow the advice of your dentist and find a good denture cleanser that doesn’t contain any bleach to soak complete dentures. Partial dentures with metal attachments can’t be soaked with a cleansing solution that contains chlorine since it can corrode the metal and stain the porcelain.

If you soak your dentures in denture cleansers, rinse them very well with tap water before putting them in your mouth. Cleansing solutions contain chemicals that should never be ingested; ingesting cleansing could cause pain, burns, vomits, and more.

You can make a completely safe homemade denture cleaner by mixing 2 tsp baking soda and 5 tbsp white vinegar in one cup of warm water.

Your dentist will give you all the information you need about how to clean your dentures and store them.

Get regular dental checkups

Dentures need constant reviews to check up on the fit to prevent discomfort and other issues that we’ve mentioned before, so it is important to go to the dentist often, especially if the denture feels loose or you feel pain when eating or speaking. Your dentist will make sure that the denture fits properly in no time.

During your visit, the dentist will check if your gums and the rest of your mouth are healthy, examine the denture and perform a professional cleaning when it’s necessary, so never skip an appointment with your dentist.

What to avoid when cleaning dentures

  • Always brush your dentures softly: Cleaning your dentures hardly won’t remove the stains, it will only damage the porcelain and reduce the life of your prosthetics.
  • Avoid abrasive cleaning products: Never clean your denture with products that were not meant for that purpose, like bleach, chlorine, alcohol, or even strong toothpastes.
  • Don’t use boiling water: Remember to never rinse or soak your dentures in hot water to prevent deformation.

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