Denture Care To Nurture and Respect Your Presenter To Nurture and Respect Dr. Dennis Yee.

Denture Care

Denture Care

To Nurture and RespectYour Presenter

To Nurture and RespectDr. Dennis Yee

IntroductionProsthetic dental appliance

Benefits of dentures

Classifications of denturesFull vs. partial

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Full denturePartial denture

Classifications of DenturesConventional full dentureReplacement dentureImmediate full denturePartial denture

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The Denture Making ProcessImpressionsBite registration appointmenttooth shade selectionWax try-in appointmentDelivery appointment

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Selecting tooth colorRearranging teeth during wax try-in

Getting Used to New DenturesMay feel awkward or uncomfortable at first

Proper use of adhesivesUse as directed on packagingSmall amountsIf irritation occurs, contact your dentist

Removing the dentureTry various finger positionschipmunk technique

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Tips for Cleaning DenturesUse caution when cleaning!

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Tips for Cleaning DenturesPlace in water overnight and when not in use

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Tips for Cleaning DenturesBrush twice daily to remove plaque and buildup

Use denture brush and non-abrasive denture cleaner

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Denture brush

Tips for Cleaning Dentures

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The resin (pink plastic) that your denture is made from has microscopic holes that can collect food debris and become contaminated with bacteria on a daily basis. This photo shows microscopic pits and pin holes that can harbor millions of microorganisms.

Tips for Cleaning DenturesDo not use regular toothpaste, alcohol, bleaches, or abrasive cleaners to clean dentures

Remove dentures before using mouthwash

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Tips for Cleaning DenturesRemember to brush gums, tongue, cheeks and roof of mouth twice a day while not wearing dentures

Rinse gums and dentures after each meal

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Tips for Cleaning DenturesCaution: DO NOT place dentures with metal parts or soft lining material in cleaning solution unless instructions specifically allow itspecialized solutions such as Kleenite (Regent Labs) may be used on metal-containing partial denturesValplast dentures may be cleaned with Kleenite or Stain Away

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When to Call Your DentistCall your dentist:

if dentures break, chip, crack, or become loose

At first sign of discomfort

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When to Call Your DentistPeriodic dental exams are especially important for denture wearers!

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Thank you for listening to this presentation!

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