Dental care tips in Annapolis, MD, and denture advice are just part of our commitment to patient care. We want you to enjoy a healthy and comfortable smile or a functional and bacteria-free prosthetic.
In this blog, our dentist shares denture care tips and practical advice for denture wearers. We also discuss denture types to help you make an informed decision about tooth replacement.
Denture Types to Meet Your Tooth Loss Needs
- Partial Dentures: A custom prosthetic that stands in for partial tooth loss.
- Complete Dentures: A custom prosthetic that stands in for complete tooth loss.
- Implant Dentures: A bridge or denture connected to the jaw with dental implant posts.
Step-By-Step Daily Cleaning Routine for Dentures
Your denture hygiene routine should include the following steps:
- Morning Rinse: Start your day by removing your dentures from their denture bath, a lidded container sold at most drugstores, and rinsing them thoroughly.
- Adhesive: If your denture is loose, this would be the time to apply your daily adhesive.
- Denture Polish and Cleaning Brush: After meals or at least once or twice a day, use a denture polish and cleaning brush to clean your dentures. This helps prevent odors and stains.
- Denture Bath: Remove your dentures before bed and place them in a denture bath overnight. You can use a denture cleaning tablet in the bath.
Additional Denture Tips from Your Dentist
- Avoid foods that can damage your denture, such as tough meat, hard candies, or sticky taffy.
- If you’re applying adhesives throughout the day or your denture is cracked, it is time for a repair or replacement.
- If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact our dental team.
- Continue to see the dentist regularly to maintain your gum health, for denture checks, and oral cancer screenings.
Contact Your Local Annapolis Denture Specialist Today
To learn more about the importance of regular dental checkups for denture wearers in Annapolis or to schedule an appointment, call us today at (410) 266-8250 to get started.
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