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Replacing missing teeth can be a life-changing process. Not only can your nutrition and diet improve dramatically but your confidence and quality of life can significantly rise as well! However, some denture wearers fall into bad habits, which can negatively affect your dentures<\/a> and your mouth. In this post, you\u2019ll learn what some of these bad habits are and how to avoid them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Not Wearing Your Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Taking a break from your dentures during the day every now and then is fine, but be sure to take full advantage of your replacement teeth! If you\u2019ve gone through the process of getting dentures, you should definitely wear them on a consistent basis. Brand-new dentures can require time to become accustomed to, but the more you wear them, the sooner they\u2019ll feel normal. When they aren\u2019t in your mouth, such as when you sleep, they need to be soaking in a cup of water to keep the restorations from drying out and changing shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not Cleaning Your Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At first glance, you may think that because your teeth are false you don\u2019t need to clean them. They can\u2019t get cavities, so you\u2019re done with daily cleaning, right? Wrong! Although your replacement teeth will not ever decay, bacteria can still grow on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, your teeth shouldn\u2019t be your only concern. You still need to worry about the health of your gums. If you contract gum disease, also called periodontal disease, it can cause the underlying bone to deteriorate quickly, significantly weakening your bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every day, your dentures should be brushed and flossed, just like real teeth. These little habits can help control oral bacteria so your gums and jawbone\u2014plus any remaining teeth you have\u2014can stay strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leaving Your Dentures in Your Mouth While You Sleep<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you have dentures, a necessary part of your day occurs right before you go to sleep at night: taking your dentures out and soaking them in a glass of water or denture cleanser. However, some wearers forget this step and sleep with them in. The problem is that the mouth produces less saliva and becomes dry during sleep, creating the perfect conditions for bacterial growth. Needless to say, it\u2019s better for your oral health if you soak your dentures at night so they are more pleasant to wear during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not Visiting the Dentist Regularly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It may seem strange to see a dentist if you have no teeth left in your mouth. However, your dentist checks for more than just cavities. They also look out for gum disease, oral cancers, and many other conditions. Additionally, they can make small tweaks to the dentures to make sure they fit snugly and comfortably in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that you\u2019re aware of habits that could derail your replacement smile, you can take the necessary steps to avoid them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At each of the six locations Williamsburg Dental has around the Lincoln area, our dentists have you and your smile\u2019s best interests at heart. With us, you\u2019ll receive personalized attention and a customized treatment plan. In addition, we can walk you through several ways to pay for your treatment\u2014whether it\u2019s through insurance, our membership plan, or flexible financing. To learn more about your custom dentures, you can contact your nearest Williamsburg Dental location or reach out to us online<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Replacing missing teeth can be a life-changing process. Not only can your nutrition and diet improve dramatically but your confidence and quality of life can significantly rise as well! However, some denture wearers fall into bad habits, which can negatively affect your dentures and your mouth. In this post, you\u2019ll learn what some of these […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-917","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n4 Bad Habits Denture Wearers Should Avoid - Williamsburg Dental Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you have dentures, you need to avoid these four bad habits. 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