The importance of good oral hygiene is often neglected, which is why many
people develop problems with their teeth and gums as they age. Regardless of
whether you still have your complete set of pearly whites intact, or if you’re
sporting some trusty dentures, you need to regularly brush and clean your
teeth. Here are some tips for the latter:
- There are many special toothbrushes designed
to efficiently clean every corner of your dentures. If you are using an
ordinary one for removable dentures though, use a separate brush for your
natural teeth.
- Don’t neglect your natural teeth. Having
dentures over them for most of the day doesn’t excuse you from brushing
and flossing properly.
- Don’t let your dentures dry out at night. Before
you sleep, remove them and soak them in a denture cleaning solution or
some soapy water to keep them moist.
- In the morning, rinse them and have them dry in
a piece of absorbent cloth before replacing on your mouth.
- Rinsing should also be a staple after every
meal just as brushing is to your natural teeth. This helps prevent plaque
from developing.
Keep your dentures clean and free of bacteria just as you should the
rest of your pearly whites. Remember that dental problems don’t just stay in
the mouth; it could also affect your immune system and other parts of your
body.
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