Caring for your new dentures is essential to ensure they remain in good condition and continue to provide you with comfort and confidence. Proper maintenance will help your dentures last longer and stay clean, fresh, and free from bacteria.
DO – Handle your dentures with care. When cleaning, try to do so over a basin of water to prevent damage in case they are accidentally dropped.
DO – Treat your dentures like natural teeth. Just as you brush your teeth twice a day, clean your dentures twice a day to keep them in top condition.
You don’t need to spend extra time cleaning your dentures—simply follow a routine similar to your natural teeth cleaning. There is no need to soak them overnight. By brushing and soaking your dentures with a specialist denture cleaner twice daily, you’ll maintain cleanliness and freshness.
For effective cleaning, follow these quick and simple steps:
Remove Your Denture: Take your denture out of your mouth carefully.
Brush: Use a small-headed toothbrush to remove any food particles lodged in the corners and crevices of the denture.
Soak: Soak your denture for about 10 minutes in a specialist cleaner like Steradent Active Plus. If you’re short on time, Steradent 3 Minutes is effective for removing daily plaque and bacteria buildup.
Rinse: After soaking, rinse your denture thoroughly to remove any cleaner residue.
Note: If your dentures contain metal parts, they can be cleaned with the same specialist denture cleaner. However, do not leave them in the solution for more than 10 minutes. If you have dentures with metal components or soft liners, consult your dentist for a tailored care routine.
By following these simple care instructions, you can keep your dentures in excellent condition for longer. If you have any concerns or need advice on the proper care for your dentures, don’t hesitate to contact our team at Acorn Dental. With our two locations in Moseley and Barnt Green, we’re here to help you maintain your smile.
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Even though it is custom made, your denture maybe a bit uncomfortable at first. But don’t worry, after a few days it will begin to feel more natural an comfortable. If you are still unsure, speak to your dentist.
Yes, in most cases a correctly designed denture will fit well and feel comfortable. However, if you think its slipping, seek advise from your dentist.
In time you should easily be able to eat most foods. However, it maybe difficult at first to bite into hard foods such as apples or crusty bread. If this is the case, try chewing with the side of your teeth.
If your dentures and gums are not properly cleaned, the bacteria will cause bad breath. So correct and regular care of your denture with a specialist denture cleaner is very important to keep your breath smelling fresh and your denture free from bacteria.
Removing your dentures for the whole night can give your mouth and gums time to recover from the stress of supporting it during the day. If you remove your denture, place it in water to protect it from damage and drying out. In all cases it is best to ask your dentist for advice.
This is quite common, it happens as your mouth adjusts to the feel of the new denture. If it lasts for longer than a week, then consult your dentist. Never ignore any discomfort. As a temporary solution, try using a soothing gel like Bonjela which eases pain and heals sores caused by dentures. Bonjela is also clinically shown to aid the healing and relieve the pain of mouth ulcers. Bonjela should be applied to the gum 30 minutes before reinserting the denture.
Even though you have dentures, you still need to practice good oral hygiene. Morning and evening you should brush your gums, tongue and palate (roof of your mouth) with a soft bristled brush; this will remove any plaque or bacteria present and stimulate circulation in the mouth.
Regular visits to your dentist are still essential, some people believe once they have lost their natural teeth, they need only visit their dentist when their dentures are loose or causing them problems. This is not the case, an annual visit is advisable for complete denture wearers for oral cancel checkups, while partial wearers should visit their dentist every six months. Oral cancer is one of the few cancers on the increase in the UK.
Do not use ordinary toothpastes – these are not designed for use of dentures, as they are softer than the enamel of natural teeth. Some toothpastes contain abrasives which can scratch the denture surface, leaving ridges that can build up with bacteria. Remember soaking is more effective for removing plaque and bacteria from your denture.
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