When Denture Repair is Called For

Tooth loss may take a huge toll on a person's confidence. When you have a missing tooth or teeth that causes an unsightly gap, you may get discouraged or self-conscious in smiling. For sufferers of tooth loss, dentures or false teeth are a go-to solution. Then again, what if it’s your dentures that hold you back? You might want to get some denture repairs done.

Accidents happen. 

There may be instances when you accidentally drop your dentures on the bathroom floor or garbage disposal, resulting in cracks or serious damage. Kids may also make a toy out of your dentures and break them. Don't attempt to wear dentures that you glued back together yourself; your gums might get injured! 

Diet and lifestyle factors count. 

Tempting bites of candy and addictive coffee cups can all wear down your partials or dentures. Smoking can stain the resins, too. When these substances tarnish the quality of your partials or dentures, cleaning can be done. Otherwise, your dentist would recommend getting replacements. 
 
Professional dental care is valuable. 

When you use non-recommended over-the-counter adhesives to stabilize your dentures, you might end up damaging them (not to mention your gums). Professional cleaning, relining, and other denture repairs are also required to maintain your dentures. Have you been skipping those appointments? Better schedule them regularly to avoid even worse oral health problems.