How To Clean Your Dentures

Did you know that the human mouth is full of bacteria? Even when you open your mouth to breathe or talk, bacteria can enter your mouth and make a home on your dentures, gums, cheeks, and tongue. And when you add food into the mix, it just makes your mouth a breeding ground for things such as tooth decay and gum disease. Luckily, with a few helpful tips, you can clean your dentures and shield your mouth from harmful germs and bacteria.

Rinse Them

Did you know that after every meal, you should rinse your dentures with clean, warm water? This step helps to get trapped food off your dentures and out of your mouth, leaving you less prone to infection or other oral issues later on.

Clean Your Mouth

Your dentures aren’t the only part of your mouth that need to be kept clean. Also, ensure you are cleaning your cheeks, tongue, and gums with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a small amount of toothpaste.

Soak Your Dentures

Did you know that you should soak your dentures in a clean, ADA-approved denture solution every night? Most dentures need consistent moisture to help them maintain their shape. Depending on the type of dentures you have, our staff at Gentle Dentistry will recommend the perfect solution for you.

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Brush Dentures

Besides soaking your dentures every night while you sleep, you should brush them with a soft-bristled toothbrush before putting them back in. This will help remove germs, bacteria, or leftover food that may have come off while they were soaking.

Taking good care of your dentures doesn’t have to be difficult. Contact Gentle Dentistry today to learn more about dentures or to schedule a consultation.