{"id":286,"date":"2021-01-04T03:32:00","date_gmt":"2021-01-04T03:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/blog\/?p=286"},"modified":"2021-02-04T03:33:06","modified_gmt":"2021-02-04T03:33:06","slug":"dentures-canton-proper-cleaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/dentures-canton-proper-cleaning\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Brush Your Dentures While They&#8217;re Still in Your Mouth?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Dentures_3__1610494109_93617.jpg\" alt=\"Dentures soaking in glass\" class=\"wp-image-287\" width=\"317\" height=\"237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Dentures_3__1610494109_93617.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Dentures_3__1610494109_93617-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Dentures_3__1610494109_93617-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important that your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/dentures-partials.html\">dentures in Canton<\/a> stay clean so you can keep them in good shape for as long as possible. It is also crucial for your oral hygiene. When you first got your dentures, your dentist gave you detailed instructions on how to clean them correctly. However, you may be wondering whether or not brushing your dentures while you are still wearing them is a better, more efficient way to do this. Continue reading to learn more from a dentist in Canton about whether or not this is a good idea as well as some tips for proper denture care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Brush Your Dentures While Wearing Them?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though you can brush your dentures while they\u2019re still in your mouth, this probably isn\u2019t the best idea when it comes to denture care. You certainly aren\u2019t harming them in any way by doing this, but you will still need to take them out in order to properly clean all of the surfaces. While they are still in your mouth, you won\u2019t have access to certain areas that need to be cleaned. In the end, it is probably easier to just take them out entirely before you begin the cleaning process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Steps to Care for Your Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need to care for your dentures daily in order to keep them in good shape for the foreseeable future. Here are some of the steps that you need to be taking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Remove After Eating:<\/strong> You should rinse your dentures after you finish eating in order to remove food debris and other particles from them.<\/li><li><strong>Maintain Excellent Oral Hygiene: <\/strong>Whenever you remove your dentures, you should clean your mouth with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Don\u2019t forget to brush your natural teeth, tongue, cheeks, and the roof of your mouth.<\/li><li><strong>Brush Your Dentures Daily:<\/strong> You should soak and brush your dentures every day using a nonabrasive denture cleaner and a soft-bristled toothbrush. Remember that you should never use denture cleansers in your mouth.<\/li><li><strong>Soak Nightly:<\/strong> Most dentures need to remain moist in order to keep their proper shape. Follow your dentist\u2019s instructions to be sure that you are using the proper solution.<\/li><li><strong>Regular Checkups:<\/strong> They aren\u2019t your natural teeth, but dentures should still be looked at by your dentist on a regular basis. You should also head to the dentist if your dentures before loose or damaged.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though you can still brush your dentures while they remain in your mouth, you still need to take them out to clean them properly. When you take the necessary steps to keep your dentures clean, you will be able to benefit from them for several years down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/dr-katherine-lee.html\">Dr. Katherine Lee<\/a> earned her dental doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. Currently, she is a member of numerous professional organizations including the American Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. For more information on dentures or to schedule an appointment at her office in Canton, visit her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (770) 213-8166.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is important that your dentures in Canton stay clean so you can keep them in good shape for as long as possible. It is also crucial for your oral hygiene. 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