Good dentures care avoids a lot of possible problems. The pink acrylic absorbs food which can cause staining and bacterial growth. The bacteria not only cause the dentures to smell but can possibly cause the denture wearer illnesses. Remove you dentures at night to give the gums rest and soak them in a commercial cleaner or in a diluted water and bleach solution while you sleep. The bleach will kill the bacteria. Remember " cleanliness is next to godliness ".

          An important part of excellent dentures care is to rinse your dentures and your mouth after every meal. This helps avoid trapping food underneath them. Be careful handling your dentures. It's a good idea to clean them over a sink to help avoid breaking if they fall. Each night, brush all surfaces of the denture with a denture cleaning paste and a moist soft bristle denture brush.

          Another dentures care option is to bring your dentures to a dental office that has an ultrasonic dentures cleaner. This machine uses sound waves to send vibrations through the denture acrylic and allows excellent cleaning. Brush or massage your gums to help keep them healthy and firm. Do not place your dentures in a microwave or hot water to clean your dentures since this can warp and distort them. Do not use alcohol or abrasive cleaners.

        The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. You are welcome to join our family of patients. Excellent dentures care will not help poor fitting and old dentures. Dentures should be replaced every five years to adjust to the natural changes of your face and the changes in the bone within your mouth. If you are interested in consulting with our Atlanta cosmetic dentist, Dr. Mark A Padolsky, about your dental care, call 404-874-7428 to schedule your appointment.