Full & Partial Dentures – Marlton, NJ

Removable Dentures

Remove After Eating

After finishing a meal, you’ll want to make sure that you remove your dentures. This will allow you to thoroughly clean your existing teeth and gums as well as brush and rinse your artificial teeth for optimal cleanliness. It’s far too easy for bacteria to transfer between prosthetics and the mouth, so taking the time to care for your oral health after eating is essential and well worth the time.

Clean Your Restoration

In the morning, after meals, and before going to bed are all times that you should make sure to clean your dentures. Bacteria, dried saliva, and harmful particles accumulate on your prosthetics throughout the day, leaving your mouth vulnerable. Using designated instruments and products to help clear away debris will ensure that your artificial teeth maintain their natural appearance.

Keep Your Dentures Safe

Dentures are designed to be durable, but they can break if you’re not careful. When cleaning your teeth, make sure to do so over a towel so that they will not become damaged should they slip out of your hands. Also, make sure to keep them away from children and pets, as tiny hands may find your teeth fun to play with (or hide!).

Remove Dentures When You Sleep

Most dentists strongly urge patients to remove dentures before going to bed. Although you may not want to do this, it is beneficial for many reasons, including:

• It gives your bone and soft oral tissues a chance to breathe and retrieve vital nutrients that are lost throughout the day while supporting your dentures.
• It ensures that your prosthetic teeth undergo a thorough cleaning and soaking throughout the night.
• It reduces the potential for pneumonia, which can increase if you continue to wear your dentures while you sleep.

Notice Changes

Over time, it is natural for your dentures to change. The most common reason for this is the resorption of the jawbone, which is likely to occur when no natural tooth roots remain to provide continuous stimulation. When you begin to notice that your dentures do not fit as well as they once did, you’ll want to make sure that you get in to see a member of our team. We will determine if you need to have your dentures re-lined or replaced.

All-On-4 Dentures

When choosing All-On-4 dentures, you will be expected to keep these teeth clean as well; however, because they do not detach like traditional dentures, you may find that maintenance is a bit easier. Using the same soft-bristled toothbrush, you can easily clean your teeth in the morning, after meals, and before going to bed. You’ll want to make sure that you floss beneath the restoration to remove any bacterial buildup, and a final rinse will help to flush out anything left behind.

How long will I have to wait to get dentures after having teeth extracted?

Some patients require tooth extractions before they can receive full or partial dentures, which can delay their treatment timeline. This is because the gums need a chance to heal before they can support the restoration. In some cases, we may be able to offer immediate or same-day dentures, which can be placed on the day of extraction. However, in many cases, patients may need to wait between six and eight weeks if they’re receiving traditional dentures.

Can I sleep with my dentures in?

When you first receive your dentures, it’s recommended that you wear them for a full 24 hours. However, after that, you’ll want to remove them whenever you go to sleep. This will allow your gums to rest and prevent any irritation of the soft tissues in your mouth. Additionally, sleeping with dentures has been associated with a higher risk of pneumonia due to bacteria accumulation. For these reasons, we recommend taking your restorations out before you go to bed, cleaning them, and storing them in a glass of room temperature water to help them hold their shape.

What can’t you eat with dentures?

If you have implant dentures in Marlton, there aren’t many foods that you can’t eat because your bite power is strong. However, if you have traditional dentures that rely on natural suction to stay in place, you’ll need to steer clear of foods that are sticky, hard, and tough. These include gummy candies, peanut butter, crunchy breads, meats like steak and pork chops, nuts, popcorn, and carrot sticks.

Why do my dentures smell?

If your dentures begin to smell, it’s a sign that you may need to take better care of them by cleaning them more frequently. Just like when bacteria accumulate in the mouth and causes bad breath, the same thing can happen with your dentures. When food particles attract bacteria, they release foul smelling odors that can cause your dentures to smell.

Be sure to brush and clean your dentures every day as well as your gums. Use a denture cleaning brush and specialized cleaner to make sure you don’t accidentally scratch or damage them. Also, soak your dentures in a disinfecting solution or room temperature water every night as you sleep.

Will dentures change the shape of my face?

When teeth go missing, the jawbone is no longer being stimulated by their roots, causing it to gradually erode. As a result, your cheeks may appear more sunken-in and your facial muscles may begin to sag. Dentures can help support your muscles and improve your appearance, and if you invest in implant dentures, you can prevent jawbone erosion over time because they’re able to fuse with the structure to provide it with necessary blood flow.