{"id":183,"date":"2022-06-10T20:02:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-10T20:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cambriasmiles.com\/blog\/?p=183"},"modified":"2022-07-05T20:06:11","modified_gmt":"2022-07-05T20:06:11","slug":"cleaning-dentures-while-wearing-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cambriasmiles.com\/blog\/2022\/06\/10\/cleaning-dentures-while-wearing-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Cleaning Dentures While Wearing Them Okay?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you\u2019re missing several teeth, a whole arch, or all of your pearly whites, your dentist may recommend dentures to replace them. These restorations have been filling in the gaps in people\u2019s smiles for centuries and can help patients regain some of their bite power so they can have a more nutritious diet. If you\u2019re thinking about getting these restorations or currently have them, knowing the right way to clean them is key. Read on to learn about cleaning dentures<\/a> and whether it\u2019s okay to do so while wearing them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Can You Clean Dentures While Wearing Them?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dentures are made of two parts: the base and the teeth. The base is made from an acrylic material that mimics the look and color of your gum tissue. The teeth can be made from several materials, including acrylic and porcelain. Just like the gum-colored base, they are designed to resemble your natural teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though cleaning dentures while you wear them allows you to remove plaque and food particles from the teeth, you won\u2019t be able to clean areas such as under the base. This may lead to irritation and can also raise your risk of oral health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Properly Care for Your Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So, even though it\u2019s possible to clean parts of your dentures while you wear them, this isn\u2019t the best method. Some ways to ensure that cleaning dentures goes smoothly include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n