5 Killer Ways To Look After Your Dentures
After you've made the personal choice to get dentures, you'll
want to keep them looking and feeling as good as new. With these
tips, you can keep your smile as bright as ever.
Play it safe
When you look at your dentures, you'll notice that they are made
of either plastic or porcelain and can contain some metal parts.
Because of this structure, you may realize that they are
actually quite fragile in design and need to be treated with
care.
When you are cleaning your dentures, you'll want to hold them
carefully over a sink full of water to cushion them should they
slip from your hands. A folded towel also works well to protect
them from breakage should the dentures fall.
Remove them at night
In order to keep the shape of the dentures, most dentists will
recommend that you remove them at night while you are sleeping.
When they are not in your mouth, you can store them in a special
denture cleaning solution.
This removal also lets your gums rest during the course of the
night before you place them back into your mouth. Most dentists
will recommend that the dentures be removed for six to eight
hours every day.
Clean them well
With a specially designed toothbrush for dentures, you'll want
to clean your dentures. These brushes are made to avoid
scratching the delicate surface as other conventional brushes
might do.
Start by water rinsing the dentures of any loose particles of
food. This helps to keep things from sticking to the surface and
then scratching or damaging the appearance. If you go to brush
without rinsing, you can push the particles back and forth
against the dentures.
You're also taking care to remove any plaque that may have built
up during the day from the foods that you have eaten.
The cleanser that you should use is not the traditional
toothpaste, but rather a specific denture cleanser. This also
helps to protect the surface and the shape of the dentures. If
you're in a rush, a mild dishwashing or hand soap can also be
effective for cleaning.
Rinse your dentures
After you're done carefully brushing your dentures, taking care
to remove any plaque, then you should be sure to rinse away the
denture cleanser thoroughly from the surfaces.
This cleanser can be harsh to the surface of the gums if not
removed properly. Take your time to put the dentures under a
stream of water for the best results.
Before you place the dentures in your mouth
When you're ready to put your dentures back into your mouth,
you'll need to carefully brush your gums, tongue, and roof of
your mouth in order to have a clean surface for attaching them.
This also helps to keep the circulation of your gums stimulated
and remove plaque at the same time.
While you might not have your original teeth, you do have some
beautiful new ones to take care of. By following these five
tips, you're certain to keep smiling.