Your dentures may fit well today, but it’s only a matter of time before you’ll need a denture adjustment. In addition to daily wear-and-tear, your mouths and jaw changes over time—and these changes can make your teeth less comfortable. You can learn to recognize the signs that an adjustment is necessary with advice from Flathead Denture, a dental practice that’s provided Columbia Falls, MT, with caring and quality denture care for over 20 years.

Here are the five most common signs you’ll need a denture adjustment:

• Chips & Cracks: Don't wear dentures that have broken or chipped teeth. Even small chips and cracks can cut into your mouth, causing irritation or infection.

• Speech Changes: Most speech issues, such as lisping and slurring, go away as you become accustomed to your new teeth. If your speech starts changing again however, or if it’s been taking too long to improve, you may benefit from a denture adjustment.

• Discomfort or Soreness: Living with dentures takes some getting used to, but these appliances shouldn’t cause any pain or discomfort. If yours do, your dentist needs to realign them as soon as possible.

• Canker Sores: Dentures themselves don’t cause canker sores, but they can worsen existing ones. If you’ve been getting canker sores, raw spots, or other oral issues, talk to your dentist about getting a denture adjustment or dental treatment.

• Bad Smells & Stains: With proper care, including daily brushing and rinsing, dentures should not have stains or emit unpleasant odors. If they do smell bad, even after cleaning, they may be defective and need to be repaired or replaced by your dentist.

If you need new dentures or want to come in for a denture adjustment, you can reach Flathead Denture at (406) 892-0700 to set up an appointment. Details about their services are available on their website.