How Do You Clean Dentures? We Have Answers for You

Have you wondered about the best way to keep your dentures clean? Dr. Kurt Knechtel and his team in Longmont, Colorado, have some tips for cleaning your dentures.

Treating your dentures well will ensure they’ll last longer and look better in the long run. Moreover, having clean dentures will also help you avoid fungal or bacterial infections that can lead to you having inflamed gums or even losing more teeth.

How Do You Clean Dentures?

You should clean your dentures thoroughly at least once every day. When you clean your dentures, be sure you’re doing so over a bowl of water or a folded towel so that if you drop them, they won’t break.

How do you clean your dentures? The short answer is to soak and brush them once a day.

1. First, brush your dentures. Be sure also to clean the part of the dentures that fit against your gum line. If you use denture fixative, this is especially important.
2. Soak your dentures overnight in a specially formulated denture cleaning solution every day. A good soak will remove stubborn stains and plaque from your dentures. Also, the solution will disinfect your dentures and leave them looking and feeling fresh.
3. If you start to notice scale or stain build-up on your dentures, have them professionally cleaned by a dental team.

What to Avoid When Cleaning Your Dentures

Here are some best practices for cleaning your dentures.

• Don’t use bleach or household cleaners on your dentures.
• Avoid extremely hot water when soaking your dentures because it can weaken them, which leads to an increased risk of breakage.
• Abrasive cleaners should not be used to clean your dentures.
• Stiff-bristled brushes should be avoided in cleaning your dentures.
• Harsh toothpaste can damage your dentures.
• Whitening products such as strips or toothpaste should not be used on dentures.

Denture Solutions in Longmont, Colorado

To learn more about how to clean your dentures, get in touch with Dr. Kurt Knechtel and the talented team at Longmont Dental in Longmont, Colorado. You can contact us at (720) 815-4733 or request an appointment online today.