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While brushing is\nstill as important as ever even after you get dentures<\/a>, it\u2019s not\nenough when it comes to keeping your false teeth clean. You\u2019ll also have to\nsoak them in a special deep-cleaning solution at least once a day to get rid of\nall the plaque and food deposits that have built up during the day. While this\nmight seem inconvenient at first, there are 4 reasons why soaking dentures is\nan essential part of maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Your Dentures are Porous<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most dentures have a base made out of acrylic, which looks\nrigid but is actually filled with pores. They\u2019re incredibly hard to see, but\nthey provide the ideal space for bacteria to hide and grow. Numerous pores\nmeans plenty of places where lots of bacteria can become trapped, and if\nthey\u2019re not removed on a regular basis, they could eventually attack your mouth\nand cause gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gum disease may not seem like more than an annoyance at\nfirst \u2013 especially if you no longer have any teeth to worry about \u2013 but if it\u2019s\nleft unchecked, it could contribute to severe chronic diseases like diabetes,\nheart disease and rheumatic issues (musculoskeletal diseases). Excellent oral\nhygiene is essential for avoiding these issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Getting Older Means More Bacteria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As people age, the amount of bacteria in their mouths tends\nto rise. This is because bacteria tend to grow and multiply over time, and as\nyou get older your mouth tends to produce less cleansing saliva. (This is\nespecially true for patients taking certain medications.) That makes it extra\nimportant to clean your dentures as often as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Your Gums Need a Break<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Natural teeth are supported by the jawbone, but when you\u2019re\nwearing dentures, that job falls to your gums instead. However, since they\u2019re\nnot normally designed for that job, the pressures of chewing and supporting\nyour false teeth will leave them sore by the end of the day. Soaking your\ndentures isn\u2019t just good for the appliance; it\u2019s also the ideal opportunity for\nyour gums to rest and recover for the next day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Keep Your Breath Fresh<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Overgrown bacteria and food particles that have been trapped\nin place aren\u2019t just bad for your oral health; they\u2019re also a major source of\nbad breath, and simply brushing won\u2019t be enough of a freshener. If, however,\nyou clean your dentures as often as is recommended, then you won\u2019t have\nanything to worry about. You can even enjoy foods like garlic and coffee\nwithout worrying about the residue of smell being left behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re noticing bad breath or potential signs of gum\ndisease, make an appointment to talk to your dentist. It could be that you need\nto make some improvements regarding your denture care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At 21st<\/sup> Century Denta lof Irving, we\u2019re committed to providing top quality dentistry to all our patients; that means providing free second opinions and creating a comfortable environment with the latest modern amenities. The dentures, partials and implants we provide let our patients eat and speak normally again while enjoying natural-looking smiles. To schedule an appointment, visit our website<\/a> or call (972) 255-3712.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

While brushing is still as important as ever even after you get dentures, it\u2019s not enough when it comes to keeping your false teeth clean. You\u2019ll also have to soak them in a special deep-cleaning solution at least once a day to get rid of all the plaque and food deposits that have built up […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-235","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nSoaking Dentures in Irving | 21st Century Dental of Irving<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Don\u2019t make the mistake of wearing your false teeth 24\/7! 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