7 Things Every Person With
Dentures Should Know
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What are dentures? Dentures are custom-
made prosthetic devices to replace any
missing teeth you may have. Depending
on your needs, there are complete and
partial dentures that your dentist will
discuss with you.
If you are a person with dentures, you
probably can’t stop looking in the mirror
just to see how they look. You know that
they can improve your smile and overall
appearance. However, now that you have
your first pair of dentures, it is important
to know how to care for them properly. If
you want them to last in order to reap all
the benefits of dentures, take note of these
tips!
1. Brush Them Like You Would Real Teeth
They may be false teeth but that doesn’t mean
you shouldn’t brush them. Like regular teeth,
you should brush them twice a day. Use a
toothbrush recommended by your dentist.
Food particles can get caught in between them
which may result in bacteria buildup and cause
bad breath. Aside from using toothpaste, you
can use baking soda. Baking soda can help keep
them white and clean without risking damage.
2. Use the Right Denture Cleaner
You might be tempted to use any denture
cleaner available. However, your false teeth
might become damaged if you don’t read the
labels. There are denture cleaners that are only
suitable for metal frames while others are for
those dentures with soft lining. If you don’t
have any idea what to use, don’t hesitate to ask
your dentist. It’s better to ask questions than to
have to deal with broken dentures.
3. Limit or Avoid Foods That Can Cause
Discoloration.
It’s always a great feeling when your teeth
are shining and pearly white. The same is
the case with your false teeth. However,
your dentist may recommend that you
limit the intake of foods and beverages
that can cause discoloration. Some of the
foods and beverages to avoid include soda,
red wine, citrus fruits, coffee, and tea. If
your dentures are no longer white, you can
visit your dentist and a