Congratulations! Through modern dental technology,
you (or a loved one) have regained a smile that’s almost as
natural and beautiful as the one nature first provided.
Cleaning your dentures every day is one of the
most important things you can do to help your smile keep its attractive
appearance. If you don’t, plaque can form on dentures, making
them less bright. Plus, failure to clean your dentures regularly
can result in staining and denture odor, as well.
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1. Dentures can break, so always fill the sink
with water, then clean your dentures over the sink, just in
case they slip out of your hands by accident. |
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2. Rinse your dentures
thoroughly to remove loose food particles. Use cool or warm
water. But never use hot water – it can warp your dentures. |
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3. Apply a denture cleaning
paste to a moistened denture brush or a soft-bristled toothbrush.
Do not use ordinary toothpaste, bleach, vinegar or soap unless
directed to do so by your dental professional. |
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4. Brush all surfaces thoroughly.
Avoid using brushes with stiff bristles, as they can damage
the denture material. |
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5. Rinse dentures well
under the faucet to remove all traces of cleaning paste. |
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6. While you sleep at night,
soak your dentures in a cleanser (such as Fixodent®) or
one recommended by your dental professional. |
7. Brush your gums, tongue and palate with a soft-bristled regular
toothbrush to remove plaque and stimulate circulation. Then
reinsert your dentures. |
| 8. To give your
mouth an extra, fresh clean feeling, rinse with a mouthwash
several times a day. |
