Do I Really Need to Remove My Dentures?

Today’s dentures are more comfortable and realistic looking than ever, and that’s a great thing. In fact, yours may be so comfy that you want to wear them 24/7. But don’t head to bed with your prosthetics in place! Here’s why even though they may feel fine, it’s extremely important that you remove your dentures before you head to bed.

The Importance of Removing Your Dentures

Your dentures were designed to help you eat and speak properly, but also to restore your gorgeous grin. But while it may be tempting to keep them in round the clock, your mouth needs a break, too. While chewing with dentures can stimulate the jawbones and help slow the progress of bone deterioration, wearing them constantly can counteract this effect. In fact, it can even make it happen faster.

Other Important Reasons for Removal

In addition to keeping your bones safe from degradation, removing your dentures also allows you time to get them fresh and clean. In order to maintain your hygiene, you should be removing your dentures at least once a day to clean them (you can brush them in your mouth the other times) and overnight to soak them. Soaking them in water or denture soak helps keep them hydrated so they do not dry out and become damaged, but it also keeps them clean, so they don’t stain or smell or taste bad while you wear them.

Denture Alternatives

If you’re tired of taking out your teeth each night and wish there were an easier way to care for them, dental implants are a permanent way to replace missing teeth that offer many benefits dentures don’t. For starters, they do not need to be removed to clean, so you can keep them in your mouth every day and brush them just as you would your real teeth. Furthermore, because they are permanently attached to your jaw, they provide greater biteforce than dentures, which means they will prevent bone deterioration instead of simply slowing it.

Remember, while it may seem easier to keep your dentures in your mouth round the clock, it’s dangerous to your oral health and to your dentures themselves, so make sure you take them out every night. If you’re looking for a more permanent restoration, speak to your dentist about the convenience of dental implants!

About Dr. Castleberry

Dr. Darrick Castleberry is an honored veteran with an extensive skillset and a legendary reputation for providing impeccable quality care. Whether you need a cosmetic procedure, a restoration, or you’re looking for the best way to replace lost teeth, Dr. Castleberry and his team are here to help.

To schedule an appointment for dentures or dental implants, please visit our website or call us today at 281-971-3440.