Full and Partial Denture Care

Remove the appliance. Brush remaining teeth twice daily with fluoride toothpaste; floss daily. Gently brush gums, tongue and palate with a soft brush and rinse. Clean around teeth supporting a partial denture.

Rinse after meals. Clean daily with a soft denture brush and an approved nonabrasive cleanser. Polident may be suitable; check compatibility with metal parts or soft liners. Rinse well after cleaning.

Use cleanser outside the mouth only. No hot water, abrasive toothpaste or household cleaners.

Use Val-Clean, as recommended by Valplast. Do not substitute ordinary Polident without manufacturer approval. Follow label directions; the manufacturer recommends a 10-15 minute daily soak.

Rinse after meals. Use only a manufacturer-approved denture brush; ordinary toothbrushes may scratch Valplast. No toothpaste or hot water.

Clean Essix with cool water, a soft brush and a compatible cleanser. No hot water.

Orthodontic Essix retainers may require nighttime wear. For an Essix temporary tooth replacement, follow your dentist’s wear schedule. Denture rules do not apply to every Essix.

Remove dentures, stayplates and Valplast partials for sleep unless your dentist gives a specific exception, such as immediately after extractions. This lets the tissues rest. Keep conventional dentures and Valplast moist in cool water when not worn, unless instructed otherwise. Follow specific storage directions for Essix appliances. Use a labeled protective case or denture container, placed in a secure travel bag when traveling.

Call for pressure sores, ulcers, rubbing, a changed bite or difficulty chewing. Do not force an appliance into place or continue wearing through significant pain.

Gum and jawbone remodeling, healing after extractions, weight changes and wear can affect fit over time. A loose appliance may need professional adjustment, relining or replacement. Do not trim, bend clasps, glue or repair it yourself.

Keep appliances and cases away from pets and small children; pets can chew and destroy them. Handle over a towel or water-filled basin to cushion a fall. Do not wrap in tissues or napkins.

Call promptly if an appliance is lost, cracked, broken or no longer fits. Keep the pieces and bring them in. Avoid sharp or loose parts in the mouth.

Keep regular exams and cleanings, even with full dentures, so we can check fit, tissues and any remaining teeth. Bring your appliance to appointments.