Existing Patients FYI
Denture Care
Dr. Moon's guide to keeping your dentures clean, comfortable and lasting.
Daily cleaning: what you need
- Soft-bristle toothbrush, denture brush, or washcloth
- Soap (preferably free of fragrance and dye)
Daily cleaning: what you do
Clean dentures to remove all food and glue residue. Do not use toothpaste because the abrasives will scratch the denture.
Weekly cleaning
Soak your denture in a denture cleanser overnight.
Storage
Keep your denture in a cool, wet environment. Water is necessary to prevent acrylic from drying and warping. Place away from reach of children or pets.
Do not
- Boil or soak your dentures in hot water. This warps the dentures.
- Disinfect with bleach. This will irritate your gums.
- Store in direct sunlight. This will fade your dentures.
- Leave glue or food residue for long periods. This prevents irritation and infection.
Do
- Brush/scrape your tongue with a toothbrush or scraper daily. Stinky bacteria live here.
- Check your gums for signs of redness regularly. If irritation develops, leave your dentures out for a day to give the gums time to heal. If problem areas do not improve with consistent wear, visit your dentist for an adjustment.
This is general guidance. If Dr. Moon gave you different instructions, follow those.