Ill-fitting dentures can move and cause sore spots. Denture adhesive may be help cut down on this movement. If you have ill-fitting dentures, see your dentist to have them refitted.
Scrub dentures with plain soap and lukewarm water after eating. Dentures can be left overnight in a denture cleaner.
Clean, rest, and massage the gums regularly. Rinsing daily with lukewarm salt water will help clean your gums.
For gum problems see: Gingivitis
Review date: 8/8/2007
Reviewed By: Michael Kapner, D.D.S., General and Cosmetic Dentistry, New Rochelle, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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