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How To Take Care of Your Immediate Dentures

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An immediate denture is a complete denture or partial denture inserted the same day a patient has their natural teeth extracted. 

A lot of patients at our Calgary Denture Clinic have requested that we post a guide that outlines how they should be taking care of their immediate dentures.

Starting from the day you remove your denture for the first time, rinse it out after every meal or snack, and then place it back in your mouth. For the first 5 days, keep your denture in at all times except to clean. Avoid mouthwashes the first 5 days unless prescribed by your dentist; some mouthwashes may slow the healing process.

You can use salt-water rinses as described above during this time. To clean the denture, partially fill the sink with water to cushion the impact if the denture is dropped. A liquid dishwashing detergent is used with a denture brush to clean inside and outside of the denture. Toothpastes made for natural teeth are too abrasive for the denture materials and should be avoided. However, after healing has occurred, a soft toothbrush with toothpaste is helpful cleaning the gums where the denture rests. Your tongue should be cleansed as well as it harbors many of the germs that cause bad breath. After the first 5 days, it is best to leave the denture out at night and let it soak in a denture cleanser. This allows the gums to relax, the tongue to clean the palate and maintain optimal health. Under certain circumstances it may be necessary to keep your denture in all night.

If you have any concerns with the healing process, make sure to contact your Denturist. Your Denture Clinic should also discuss additional ways to keep your oral tissues healthy based on your individual situation.

For more information, please contact us at inhomedentures.ca or 403.975.1618.

 

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  • Posted on July 25/2021 By DentalSave

    Insightful article!
    I think that clean your denture with a denture brush and fluid cleanser. Clean your gums with a delicate brush and mouth rinse or water. Remember to clean your entire mouth and your tongue.

  • Posted on July 28/2021 By In-Home Dentures

    Thanks for your feedback!

  • Posted on May 5/2022 By Micheal

    Put the denture in a denture cup/container and cover it with clean, cold water. Leave it there while you sleep. After rinsing it again, put it back in your mouth in the morning. Continue with the warm salt water rinses for at least 7-10 days.

  • Posted on May 25/2022 By Mahogany Dental Wellness

    Thanks for sharing this fantastic blog post in detail about Immediate Dentures. It is really helpful.

  • Posted on May 25/2022 By Mint Dental

    Thanks for providing a helpful blog post.

  • Posted on November 23/2022 By In-Home Dentures

    Thanks for visiting our page Mint Dental!

  • Posted on November 23/2022 By In-Home Dentures

    Thanks for visiting our page!

  • Posted on November 23/2022 By In-Home Dentures

    Thanks Prairie Pines Dental! We are glad you are enjoying our denture posts 🙂

  • Posted on May 25/2022 By Prairie Pines Dental Centre

    This blog is very helpful it is explaining in detail about Immediate Dentures. Thanks for the blog.

  • Posted on November 23/2022 By In-Home Dentures

    Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment on our page. We are happy to hear that you found our blog post about Immediate Dentures helpful 🙂 Please be sure to visit our page for more information!

  • Posted on May 25/2022 By NorthPointe Dental Clinic

    Blog on the immediate denture is very helpful. Thanks for this awesome blog.

  • Posted on November 23/2022 By In-Home Dentures

    Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment on our page. We are happy to hear that you found our blog post helpful 🙂

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