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    Denture problems

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    • Avoid toothpicks when wearing dentures.
    • If your dentures don't fit perfectly, denture adhesive may be helpful for well-fitting dentures. For ill-fitting dentures, denture adhesive may irritate the gums, and you may need to see your dentist.
    • Scrub dentures with plain soap and lukewarm water after eating.
    • Clean, rest, and massage the gums regularly. Rinsing daily with lukewarm salt water will help clean your gums.
    • For gum problems see gingivitis.


    Review Date: 8/12/2005
    Reviewed By: Johanna Jacobs, D.D.S., General and Cosmetic Dentistry, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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