Taking Care of Your New Dentures

As with natural teeth, plaque tends to form on dentures. If plaque from eating  is not removed on a daily basis it may affect the way your dentures fit, they may not look correct, you may experience bad breath and even your health may be at risk.

Cleaning Your Dentures

1. Clean your dentures over a sink filled with water, or place a damp cloth in the basin so that if you drop your dentures they will not break against the sink basin.

2. Rinse them in cold or luke warm water (never hot) to remove any loose food particles that may have become attached to your dentures.

3. Use a recommended denture cleaner or paste. Conventional toothpastes such as Colgate or MacLeans are not designed to clean dentures. In fact using toothpaste could damage your dentures.

4. Use a moistened denture brush (not a tooth brush) to clean all the surfaces. Be very careful not to brush too hard as this could lead to cracks or breakages.

5. Soak your dentures in a suitable denture cleanser such as Efferdent, Polident or Fittydent secure denture cleanser for a minimum of ½ hour. Soaking your dentures overnight is also acceptable practice.

6. It’s very important that you rinse your dentures completely in fresh running water (not hot water as they may warp or damage your dentures).

7. Always use a soft bristled toothbrush to brush your remaining natural teeth, gums, tongue and palate before reinserting your dentures. This will help to remove any excess plaque from your mouth and stimulate blood circulation, helping to maintain your good oral health.

8. Rinse with a suitable mouthwash .

This routine of cleaning and caring effectively will become second nature to you before you know it.

It is important to remember that if you have any issues or difficulties getting used to your new dentures do not try to adjust them yourself as this could damage and possibly cause harm to your mouth. Always return your dentures to a qualified Clinical Dental Technician for repair or adjustment.

Contact Us

The Smile Centre will be able to advise you on the best type of treatment for you. To book a free consultation, call us on 0800 327 7198. Alternatively, you can enquire online and we will call you back.