Dentures

How do I clean dentures?

Traditional removable dentures require proper care to keep them clean, free from stains and looking great. Below are some cleaning steps and things to avoid when using traditional removable dentures:

• Remove and rinse dentures after eating by running water over them to remove food debris and loose particles.
• Handle them carefully and don’t bend or damage the plastic or clasps when cleaning.
• Clean your mouth after removing dentures with a soft-bristled toothbrush.
• Brush your dentures once a day and soak them in a nonabrasive denture cleanser to remove food, plaque and other deposits.
• Soak dentures overnight in a mild denture-soaking solution to keep them moist and so they hold their shape.
• Schedule regular dental checkups so your dentists can ensure proper fit, prevent slippage and discomfort and check the inside of your mouth to ensure it stays healthy.
• Likewise, avoid abrasive cleaning materials, whitening toothpaste, and products containing bleach on your dentures, and hot or boiling water that could warp them.

What are the different types of dentures?

There are two types of dentures available. Traditional dentures that can be easily removed and cleaned on a daily basis and those that are “fixed”, also known as fixed dentures. Fixed dentures are permanently secured using dental implants. Once installed, they cannot be removed unless oral surgery is provided. With the proper care, fixed dentures will last a lifetime and feel almost indistinguishable from natural teeth.

Traditional dentures are non-surgical denture options. These dentures grip around the dental arch and remaining jawbone and rely on suction to remain securely in place. They are removable for easy cleaning and the patient does not have a recovery period before they can use them.

What is a full mouth extraction?

Full mouth extraction, also known as tooth extraction, involves removing many teeth at one time. Your dental team will carefully remove all of your natural teeth using advanced tools and techniques.

You may decide to undergo full mouth extraction for numerous reasons. The most common is to improve the quality of life by eliminating pain and discomfort and to remove infected or badly decayed teeth so you can improve your ability to chew and talk by replacing missing teeth with dentures or implants.

An FME typically requires several appointments. Your dentist will perform novocaine injections to numb up your gums, as well as provide an anesthetic with a needle in your mouth. He’ll then use special tools to grasp each tooth and remove it.

What are partial dentures?

A partial denture is a removable prosthesis that fills an area of several missing teeth. It can be removed to clean and sleep and is an affordable and good-looking option for many patients.