Stick to Adhesives to Keep Your Dentures In Place

Tens of millions of Americans wear dentures. A full set replaces both the upper and lower arches, while a partial set covers only the upper or lower. Adhesives hold them in place and come in the form of creams, strips and powders. Some denture wearers use only their saliva to keep their dentures affixed to their gum tissue. However, the coherence of denture adhesive is far superior to the coherence of saliva. 

 

A prosthodontist is an expert in fitting people with dentures. You can feel confident that we at the office of Tiger Periodontics and Dental Implants are devoted to the care and comfort of every patient. Our entire staff creates an atmosphere that’s professional, warm and friendly. We have a strong interest in you and all of your prosthodontic needs.

 

Adhesives let you bite and chew with force and assurance. They exceed in helping dentures from slipping and are particularly advantageous if you suffer from dry mouth, which lessens dentures’ ability to adhere to gum tissue. Adhesives are especially advantageous for people who do a lot of public speaking or singing. It makes them feel confident that their dentures will stay in place. 

 

A good denture adhesive will help prevent particles of food from sneaking their way under your dentures, and that’s a good thing because stuck food particles cause bad breath.

 

Because jawbones change and shrink over time, most denture wearers must have their prosthodontist adjust or reline their dentures. If your dentures no longer fit properly or you must use more adhesive than you used to, see your prosthodontist and stop using the adhesive. Also, stop using the adhesive and see your prosthodontist if you have an allergic reaction to it. 

 

Tiger Periodontics and Dental Implants is committed to providing all of our patients with the care and attention they deserve. Our wealth of knowledge and up-to-the-minute diagnostic tools make us the leading prosthodontist practice in this area. When you want superior care for your oral health, there’s no better place than the office of Tiger Periodontics and Dental Implants. Please call us today for an appointment. 

By Jonathan Tiger DMD

August 27, 2024