Dentures look like natural teeth and provide you with a strong chewing surface, so you should properly maintain them to keep them looking gorgeous and protect them from damage. Here are some helpful care tips.

How to Care for Your Dentures

1. Clean Regularly 

Treat your dentures as though they were real teeth by brushing them at least once per day. In addition to combatting stains, brushing will prevent plaque and tartar buildups that could potentially irritate your gums. Use a mild toothpaste and brush with soft bristles to avoid scratching them.

2. Handle With Care

Dentures are fragile, so use caution when putting them on for the day or removing them. When you clean them, do so over a towel or basin of water that will absorb the shock if you drop them. Keep them out of reach of children or pets. 

3. Take Them out at Night

Taking your dentures out before bed will prevent plaque, bacteria, and tartar buildups from forming while you sleep. Soak them in a solution of diluted vinegar and water or an over the counter cleaner.

4. Proper Storage

When you take your dentures out for more than six to eight hours, don’t let them dry out. Don’t wrap them in paper towels or soak them in hot water, as this may cause them to become brittle and crack. Prevent damages by storing them in a glass of lukewarm water.

Greet the world with a clean and radiant smile with dentures from  Forum Dental Group, formally Schaible Dental Group . This local dentist offers exams, cleaning, whitening, root canals, laser surgery, and sleep apnea treatment to clients throughout St. Peters, MO. Call (636) 279-1633 to make an appointment for dental care, and visit them online to learn more about insurance and financial options.