Removable Partial Denture Post-Operative Care

New partial dentures always feel unfamiliar at first. Several days or even a few weeks may be needed before they feel natural in your mouth. This adjustment period is normal.

• Sore spots are common after wearing your dentures for 24 hours
• These areas can be adjusted and relieved at your next appointment
• A follow-up visit about seven days later usually resolves any remaining sore areas
• Chewing may feel uneven or uncomfortable at first
• We will adjust the bite after 24 hours and again after about one week as the dentures settle

• Remove your dentures at night to allow your tissues to rest
• Store dentures in water while not in use to prevent warping
• Denture soaks may be used as directed
• Clean dentures with a denture brush and mild soap
• Avoid toothpaste or abrasive cleaners
• Brush your gums once daily with a regular toothbrush to keep them clean and healthy
• Use fluoride toothpaste for your natural teeth

When teeth are missing, jaw bones and gums naturally shrink over time, sometimes up to 1/32 of an inch per year. Because of this:

• Dentures and oral tissues should be evaluated at least every six months
• Refitting may be needed to maintain proper fit and function
• Wearing an ill-fitting partial denture for too long can lead to bone loss and oral disease

We will let you know when adjustments or refitting are necessary to protect your oral health.