 Loose
Fit
Dentures rest on a ridge of bone and gum tissue. Over
time, that ridge will shrink causing the dentures to
no longer fit properly. If there are tooth roots that
have been retained to hold the denture (Overdenture),
or if implants have been placed to retain the denture
(Implant-Retained Denture),
or if it is a Partial
Denture, the ridge will not shrink as rapidly as
with a Complete Denture,
but there will still be some change over time. This
causes the denture or partial to become loose. Sometimes
a denture or partial can be relined to make it fit properly.
However, if the denture or partial is worn or brittle,
or if the change in the ridge is significant, a new
denture or partial may need to be fabricated in order
to obtain a proper fit.
Sore Spot
As gums change over time, a sore spot will occasionally
develop due to changes in how the denture or partial
rests on the gums. If a sore spot develops, contact
us for an adjustment or relining of your denture
or partial.
Discolored Dentures
Dentures get bacteria build-up on them, just like natural
teeth. Soak dentures and/or partials daily in a cleaning
solution and brush daily as well. If all of the stain
and bacteria can't be removed, bring the dentures and
or partials to our office to be professionally cleaned.
Bad Odor
Dentures can absorb bacteria and fluids that cause
offensive odors to develop. If your dentures appear
to be clean but have an odor, contact
us for advice on some simple remedies for removing
these odors.
Broken or Chipped Denture
Chips or fractures in your dentures or partials can
sometimes be easily repaired. Bring them to our office
for evaluation.
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