How to maintain removable dentures

Installing dentures is the most direct way for many people to treat dental problems. However, there are many types of dentures. Among them, the most common ones in our lives are removable dentures and fixed dentures. The application range of removable dentures is very wide, but special attention must be paid. After all, maintenance will not breed oral bacteria and bad breath. Let's learn about how to maintain removable dentures.

How to care for removable dentures

Dentures, like real teeth, require maintenance.

Some people think that the maintenance of removable dentures is just to rinse them with water after eating. Little do people know that doing so can only wash away food debris adhered to the surface, but cannot remove bacteria and plaque attached to the dentures. Wearing such dentures for a long time can cause great harm to oral tissues.

The correct way to clean removable dentures should be:

Remove the dentures after each meal or eating, rinse them carefully, and gently scrub all surfaces with a small soft-bristled toothbrush dipped in toothpaste or soapy water, focusing on the inner surface of the denture and the area in contact with the remaining teeth. Because these areas are most likely to retain bacteria and plaque, they cause the greatest harm to oral tissues.

Dentures should be soaked in clean water after brushing. It is not recommended to wear them while sleeping. This is beneficial for the oral mucosa that has been under pressure from the dentures for a long time during the day to get a good rest, and it also makes it difficult for the small amount of bacteria and plaque remaining on the dentures to grow, thereby reducing the harmful effects of bacteria and plaque on the oral cavity. In order to better remove food debris, bacteria and plaque on dentures, you can also soak the dentures after brushing in chemical solution to achieve better cleaning and disinfection effects.

Removable dentures are usually made of a special plastic and have a certain service life. After a certain period of use, the plastic will age and deform, and the tooth surface will be worn and flattened, thereby reducing the function of the denture or causing pathological changes in oral tissues. Therefore, a set of dentures should be replaced after being worn for a few years.

Only by ensuring the health of our teeth can we fully chew food without increasing the burden on our stomach and intestines. The above is an introduction to how to maintain removable dentures. After understanding it, we know that removable dentures must be removed and cleaned carefully every day. In addition, if the dentures become loose, we must consult a doctor in time. Do not use dentures to chew hard food.