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Some people may experience difficulties getting
use to something new in their mouths, such as:
Eating problems, initially eating soft & small pieces of food
will help until you feel confident with your new teeth.
If sore spots occur, please return to your dentist
who will ease the denture.
Speech difficulty, this tends to be short
term problem. It may take time to adjust to dentures, especially
if the teeth are of a different size & shape.
Your mouth generally needs a rest from your dentures. When you do
take them out remember to place them in cold water, never use hot
water.
denture cleaning tips
Clean your dentures over a sink of water, if you do drop them, this
will prevent damage.
Clean your dentures daily using a small headed toothbrush with washing
up liquid, toothpaste or denture cleaner.
Soaking your teeth overnight is not sufficient
to clean them.
how long should my dentures last?
Once you have lost your teeth, your mouth continually shrinks. So
your dentures will usually need replacing every 5 years.
These changes are generally slow, & denture wearers become experts
in keeping their dentures in place, sometimes it is necessary to
use denture fixatives. Dentures may be relined to eliminate the
slipping & discomfort. By visiting your dentist on a regular
basis, he can ensure that your mouth & gums are healthy, ensure
your dentures fit comfortably & that you're not at risk from
oral cancers (which may need immediate referral). Please speak to
our dental team about new dentures, these can be tailored to meet
your needs whether its colour, shape, or size. We can make you a
smile that you’ll be happy with.
Mouth ulcers are caused by broken teeth,
poor fitting dentures & stuck food. If the cause of the ulcer
is removed the ulcer should heal within 2 weeks. If you notice an
ulcer which does not seem to heal consult your dentist promptly.
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