GETTING USED TO YOUR DENTURES
For the early couple of weeks, a new denture may feel difficult or large. Nevertheless, your mouth will ultimately become acclimated to wearing it. Inserting and removing the denture will call for some training. Your denture should easily fit into place. Never force the partial denture into position by biting down. This could bend or break the clasps.
Initially, you may be sought to wear your denture constantly. Although this may be temporarily uncomfortable, it is the quickest way to recognize those denture portions that may need realignment. If the denture places too much pressure on a particular area, that spot will become sore. Your denture can be adapted to fit more pleasantly. After making corrections, you may have to take the denture out of your mouth before sleep and replace it in the morning.
Start out by eating supple foods that are divided into little portions. Chew on both sides of the mouth to keep adequate, even pressure on the denture. Avoid sticky or hard foods, including gum.
CARE OF YOUR DENTURES
It’s most ideal to stand over a folded small towel or a sink of water when managing your denture, just in case you mistakenly drop it. Clean the denture (preferably with a denture brush) daily to remove food deposits and plaque, and keep it from becoming permanently tarnished. Avoid using a brush with hard bristles, which can damage the denture. Search for denture cleansers with the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance. Pay close focus to cleansing teeth that sit under the denture’s metal clasps. Plaque that is caught under the clasps will increase the risk of cavities.
Hand soap or gentle dishwashing solution to clean dentures is also acceptable. Other forms of home cleansers and many toothpastes are too abrasive and should not be used for cleansing dentures. A denture could lose its proper shape if it is not kept wet. At night, the denture should be set in soaking solution or water. However, if the denture has metal attachments, they may be tarnished if placed in soaking solution.
Even with complete dentures, you still must take good care of your mouth. Each and every morning, brush your gums, tongue and palate with a soft-bristled brush before you drop in your dentures. This eliminates plaque and stimulates circulation in the mouth. Picking a balanced diet for proper nutrition is also important for maintaining a healthy mouth.