Denture Care

Advice and tips on caring for your dentures

• Only your dental professional is qualified to diagnose your oral health and adjust your denture or partial.
• Dentures should be brushed inside and outside daily with a soft, denture tooth brush with round-ended bristles.
• Do not clean your denture with toothpastes as they are too abrasive and will scratch your denture. Just brush and rinse the denture under some cold water.
• Dentures warp if placed in hot water.
• Inspect your denture regularly for worn teeth.
• Worn and stained dentures can make you look older and cause your dentures to function poorly.
• Discuss all your current medications with your doctor and dental professional.
• Be sure to visit your dentists regularly.
• Have loose dentures checked immediately as they can cause friction and pressure on the gum tissues and bones.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I clean my dentures each day?
Brush dentures inside and out daily using a soft denture brush and cold water. Avoid using toothpaste as it is too abrasive and can scratch the appliance. Hot water can warp the shape.

What should I check for, and when should I seek help?
Regularly inspect your dentures for signs of wear, damage or loosening. Loose dentures should be checked by a dental professional promptly to avoid irritation, friction or pressure on your gums and jawbone.

How should I store and maintain dentures overnight?
Remove dentures at night to give gums a rest and reduce the risk of fungal infection. Rinse them after meals and store them in water or a soaking solution overnight. Bring them in for regular reviews during dental visits.