Maintaining the health and longevity of your dentures is not only essential for ensuring their functionality but also for boosting your confidence in your smile. Establishing a straightforward care routine ( using our Denture Care Tips), which includes regular denture cleanings and annual checkups with your Denturist, is very important. Just like natural teeth, dentures are prone to accumulating plaque, stains, and bacteria, particularly between the gum line and the porous acrylic denture material.
Failure to address this buildup can lead to various oral health issues, including cavities on remaining natural teeth and denture sores.
Plaque, the primary culprit behind many dental issues, is a colourless or white film that adheres to the surface of dentures or deposits along the gum line of natural teeth. Comprising a mixture of food particles, saliva, and a myriad of bacteria, plaque poses a significant threat to oral health. Therefore, it’s crucial to clean dentures after every meal, ideally by employing a combination of soaking and brushing. Neglecting proper cleaning can pave the way for gum inflammation and other oral tissue problems, jeopardizing the integrity of your oral health.
One common concern among denture wearers is the presence of a foul odour from their dentures. This unpleasant smell is often due to malodorous gases released by mouth bacteria mingling with plaque. Additionally, certain medications can exacerbate this issue. To combat plaque, bacteria, and odours effectively, it’s imperative to brush and soak your dentures after each meal.
Regular visits to our denture clinic for professional cleaning and polishing further aid in preventing plaque and bacteria buildup, ensuring optimal denture health.
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