Ill-fitting dentures can move and cause sore spots. Denture adhesive may help cut down on this movement.

You should always see a dentist if your dentures do not fit correctly.

Other denture tips:

• Scrub dentures with plain soap and lukewarm water after eating.
• Dentures should be taken out overnight to prevent sores, infections, and inflammation.
• 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.
• Do not use toothpicks when wearing dentures.

For gum problems see: Gingivitis

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Review Date: 02/22/2010
Reviewed By: Jack D. Rosenberg, DDS, Advanced Dental Care, Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, M.D., MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)