Removable Prosthetics (Complete and Partial Dentures):

After receiving a removable prosthesis such as a complete or partial denture, there usually will be an adjustment period for every patient.

Complete or partial dentures are intended to be removed by the patient. You will be given instructions on how to do this when the denture is originally placed.

Occasionally, a sore spot may develop after a removable denture is placed, If this occurs, please contact our office so that an adjustment can be made to make the removable denture more comfortable.

Also, if the bite feels uneven, contact the office so that we can schedule an appointment to adjust the bite.

Removable dentures should be removed prior to sleeping hours and not worn during sleep.

Removable dentures should be cleaned daily using a tooth brush and liquid soap to remove debris from all surfaces of the denture, including the teeth, outer pink areas and the inner surfaces that seat on your soft tissue. You can use over the counter denture cleaner after brushing then for overnight cleaning.

Even though you have a removable complete or partial denture, you still need to have recall appointments annually (for complete dentures) or semiannually (for partial dentures). For partial denture patients, your remaining teeth continue to require good daily home care and appointments with the hygienist to maintain them.

For complete denture patients, an annual assessment of your oral tissues is important.

Finally, removable dentures need to be periodically relined or replaced to ensure their fit and function.