Just got a new set of dentures and wondering how best to take care of them? Not to worry as this article is aimed at showing you how to keep dentures stain-free and in tip-top condition.

Whether you’ve got removable partial or full dentures, you can adopt these steps to better care for them:

After eating, take out and rinse dentures

Food particles or debris from your dentures should be rinsed with water. You can stand over a sink full of water or a folded towel to protect your dentures in case they fall.

Take care of your dentures

The plastic or the clasps of the denture should not be damaged or bent as you clean them. You can have denture repairs for worn-out dentures.

After removing your dentures, clean your mouth

Brush your natural teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Use the same brush or gauze to clean your tongue, cheeks and palate (roof of the mouth). Take out leftover denture adhesive if you used any.

Clean your dentures every day

Carefully clean your dentures each day. Soak them in a non-toxic denture cleanser to eliminate food particles, plaque, and other debris, and brush with a soft-bristled brush. Avoid the use of denture cleansers inside your mouth. In case you use denture adhesive, remove any excess residue.

Soak your dentures all night long

Keep your dentures moist and in shape by soaking them in water or a mild denture solution throughout the night. Consult your dentist or a  denture clinic on how to store your dentures safely. Adhere to the manufacturer’s guide on cleaning and soaking solutions.

Have your dentures thoroughly rinsed before wearing them again, particularly if a denture solution is used

This is important to avoid pains, burns, or harm to your body as these solutions contain toxic chemicals

Go for routine dental checks

You’ll be told when to come for denture examination and cleaning by your dentist. The insides of your mouth will also be checked to see how healthy it is, and your dentist will fit your dentures snugly, so it stays in position.

Consult your dentist for ill-fitting dentures

Should your dentures lose their grip on your teeth, report this immediately to your dentist. Poorly seating dentures can result in infection, sores, and irritation

Things you should avoid

1. Hot water – This causes warping of your dentures; making them lose shape
2. Whitening toothpaste – These products contain an ingredient called peroxide which can alter the colour of your denture.
3. Abrasive cleaning agents – Keep your dentures away from the impact of hard-bristled brush, harsh toothpaste, and strong cleansers as they’re abrasive enough to cause denture damage
4. Products containing bleach – Avoid the use of bleaching products on your dentures as they can weaken and alter their colour. Take care not to soak dentures having a metal attachment in chlorine solutions as it will cause corrosion of the metal.

For more tips on denture care, see our Corrimal dentist.

A replacement for missing or removed teeth is dentures. They are carefully designed by your dentist to fit snugly onto your gums so you can chew and smile with confidence. One of the popular materials used by dentists to make dentures is hard resin. With this sensitive substance, your teeth is held in position providing your mouth with the required aesthetic appeal.

If you have any problems with your teeth, your dentist can insert a denture implant over which your denture can be fixed. But as your gum moves regularly, it can make your denture fall off. This can be an unpleasant experience. So, we’ll be showing you how to keep your dentures sturdy.

• Keep your dentures clean always

Part of your everyday dental hygiene should be maintaining your dentures. Clean them daily so they don’t fall off or change shape. In doing this, avoid the use of toothpaste or other common cleaning agents that are toxic to their structure. It’s recommended that you use a special soft toothbrush for optimum results.

• Eat carefully and speak slowly

If you’re new to wearing dentures, learn to speak slowly and less as a small force can cause them to fall off. Your eating habits may be altered when using permanent denture implants. Begin with eating softer foods like soup, stewed veggies, and oatmeal. Why? So you don’t break your denture since it’s made of sensitive materials. Work your way up to eating foods like rice and steamed vegetables. With time, you can eat harder foods like bread and meat.

• Use a denture adhesive

The concern that your new dentures may come loose can be averted when you use the right denture adhesive. These adhesives can be available in form of liquid, powders, or cream. Upon application, it mixes with your saliva building a firm link between your gums and dentures causing them to remain in position. Your denture condition determines the kind of adhesive to be used. See a dentist to be better informed.

• Don’t sleep with your dentures in

Ensure you remove your dentures at night before sleeping as having them on for longer hours can change the shape of your mouth. Again, it allows your mouth to relax and recover from all that pressure.

• Keep your dentures in warm water when not in use

Doing this will ensure that your dentures maintain their shape and do not dry out completely.

Key takeaways

Adhering to these tips can keep your dentures in tip-top condition; helping you maintain a good dental health. Should your dentures become weak and look like it’s going to fall off, do well to visit your dentist for help. If you need a fixed partial denture, our dentist can provide one that fits your mouth perfectly. 

You can also book an appointment with us for help with getting acquainted with your new dentures and how to keep them firm and in position. We’ll be glad to provide useful advice to all your concerns.