How often should you remove dentures?

You will no longer notice that you are wearing dentures once you become accustomed to them. Unfortunately, as the wearer becomes more comfortable with their dentures, they start to neglect them and not properly care for them. Dentists recommend removing the dentures once a day before sleeping and soaking them in the denture cleaning agent. 

Avoid the following denture care mistakes you see people making, and you can save yourself from hassles (and added expenses)

Wearing them infrequently: People forget (or ignore) to wear their dentures more often than you might expect. Make sure you wear your dentures regularly, as they are designed to be worn. You could deform your dentures if you don’t soak them in water when you aren’t wearing them (especially if you don’t soak them in water during the night).

Wearing them to bed without taking them off: Dentures should be worn regularly, but you should also give your mouth and gums a break daily. When it comes to denture care, taking them off while sleeping is the best option since you won’t have to deal with people or do anything else while you are asleep. Not only is forgetting to remove your dentures bad for your oral hygiene, but it also keeps more bacteria in your mouth, leading to infection.

Lack of regular cleaning: Besides being bad for your oral health, it could also cause your dentures to deteriorate more quickly. When your dentures aren’t cleaned regularly, they can harbor bacteria and germs that cause them to become dirty and smelly over time.

They are not properly cleaned: Maintaining regular dental hygiene is not enough if you want your dentures to last. Be sure to clean them properly as well. The majority of people who have dentures clean them incorrectly or with the wrong tools. 

The fit and comfort of dentures can change even with the slightest adjustment due to complicated designs and structures. Additionally, correct adjustment often requires special tools and expertise. It’s best to leave denture repairs and adjustments to your denture professional and follow the guidelines to maintain a long life of dentures. 

Schedule your appointment with a dentist today and get the treatment on time!