Stamford, CT Dentures

How do I clean dentures?

Here are the steps to care for traditional removable dentures:

1. After eating, remove and rinse dentures to get rid of food debris and loose particles.

2. Handle dentures carefully and avoid bending or damaging the plastic or clasps during cleaning.

3. Clean your mouth with a soft-bristled toothbrush after removing dentures.

4. Brush your dentures daily and soak them in a nonabrasive denture cleanser to remove food, plaque, and other deposits.

5. To keep dentures moist and maintain their shape, soak them overnight in a mild denture-soaking solution.

6. Regularly schedule dental checkups to ensure proper fit, prevent slippage and discomfort, and check the inside of your mouth for overall health.

Remember to avoid using abrasive cleaning materials, whitening toothpaste, and products containing bleach on your dentures. Also, refrain from using hot or boiling water, as it could warp them.

What are the different types of dentures?

There are two types of dentures available: traditional dentures and fixed dentures. Traditional dentures can be easily removed and cleaned on a daily basis. They rely on suction to stay in place and grip around the dental arch and remaining jawbone. On the other hand, fixed dentures are secured using dental implants and cannot be removed without oral surgery. With proper care, fixed dentures can last a lifetime and feel very similar to natural teeth.

What is the best denture adhesive or denture glue?

The Oral Health Foundation has developed guidelines to assist dental healthcare professionals and patients in the use of denture adhesive creams. The guidelines are as follows:

1. Patient satisfaction is crucial for the success of full-denture treatment.

2. Denture adhesives can improve the retention of well-fitting dentures and reduce food accumulation.

3. Denture adhesives can benefit patients by enhancing comfort, providing psychological satisfaction, increasing confidence, improving retention and stability, and enhancing function.

4. Denture adhesives cannot compensate for significant denture deficiencies.

5. Dental professionals should provide guidance and instructions on the correct application and removal of the adhesive, as well as denture cleaning.

6. The timing for advising on the use of an adhesive varies for each patient, depending on their individual needs and challenges. This may occur at a review appointment for well-fitting dentures, or at the time of fitting or soon after for patients experiencing compliance issues.

What are partial dentures?

A partial denture is a removable prosthesis that replaces several missing teeth. It can be taken out for cleaning and sleeping, offering an affordable and aesthetically pleasing option for many patients.