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Getting dentures can be a big change that can take a while to get used too. Initially, dentures can cause some discomfort for the wearer, however there are ways to make dentures more comfortable.
Are you finding your dentures to be uncomfortable? Continue reading this article for our advice on how to make your dentures more comfortable.
Although you can wear your dentures all the time it is not advised. Leaving your dentures in 24/7 can cause several health issues and can reduce the life of your dentures. It is recommended that you remove your dentures while you sleep to allow the mouth to rest, prevent oral hygiene issues and to prevent faster wear of your dentures.
So, what would happen if you left your dentures in 24/7?
Ensuring your dentures are stored correctly is highly important as this helps prevent damage and can help extend the life of your dentures. There are lots of misconceptions around how you should store your dentures when you are not wearing them. This article goes through the main dos and don’ts of storing your dentures to ensure you have the right advice for your denture care.
Dentures are recommended to patients wanting to replace damaged or missing teeth. Dentures not only restore function and aesthetics but also provide a range of health benefits in relation to oral health and facial structure, amongst other areas.
It can be hard to get used to eating with dentures when they are first fitted. The motion of eating can cause dentures to move out of position and food can get stuck in the dentures, causing discomfort.
Eating with dentures takes practice. It can be hard to get used to eating when dentures are first fitted.
We recommend that you get new dentures at least every 5 years but if your dentures don’t fit right you should get them changed much sooner to avoid long-term problems with your gums and oral health.
Even when you have replaced your natural teeth with full or partial dentures, you will still need to have a professional dental check-up for similar reasons to when you had your natural teeth. Checkups are an essential part of ensuring your mouth stays healthy and can prevent small issues from become bigger
How do you know when it’s time to get new dentures? Maybe you’re no longer happy with the fit, look or feel of your existing ones? Here’s when we recommend you replace your dentures with new ones.
By now, I’m sure we’re all well aware that smoking isn’t good for our health. But what exactly does it do to our oral health? Why is smoking so bad and what can it lead to? In this blog article we take a look at the effects of smoking on oral health to denture wearers (and people with dental implants).