The dentures fitted for you at Richard J. Gawarzewski DMD, PA represent a significant investment in replacing the function and appearance of your missing natural teeth. Quality denture care and maintaining good oral hygiene will go a long way toward extending the appliance’s longevity.
To that end, Dr. Richard J. Gawarzewski offers the following insights for taking good care of your dentures.
Many people with dentures appreciate denture adhesive for its ability to secure the dentures in place. This also has the added benefit of helping prevent residual food particles from working their way between the base of the dentures and the gums.
If some food particles work their way into the base of the dentures, you should thoroughly rinse the unit. Then, dry the base with a clean paper towel to improve adhesion for a new bead of denture adhesive.
Be sure to give your dentures a thorough rinsing when you take them out each night. This will help clear away residual denture adhesive and provide a smooth surface so you can reapply the denture adhesive the next day.
Then, you should brush all the surfaces of your dentures with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a little nonabrasive toothpaste or denture polish. You can then store your partial overnight by soaking it in water and keeping it in a safe place.
If you’ve been struggling with chronic bad breath or plaque buildup during the day, you might want to also brush your tongue or clean it with a tongue scraper. This will help remove bacteria that might be living in the rough surfaces.
If you have questions about how to properly clean and maintain your new set of dentures in Berlin, New Jersey, you can always call 856-767-0053 to speak with a member of our Richard J. Gawarzewski DMD, PA team.