For thousands of years, humans have suffered from tooth loss and decay. While modern standards of care have improved – like how we have toothbrushes no longer made with horsehair, and how toothpaste that doesn’t contain charcoal, chalk, or salt – our diets these days also contain far more sugar than ever before… a real danger for teeth. Dentures have … Read More
Why Dentures Smell, & What to Do About It
Sometimes dentures can smell bad. This is simply because the types of bacteria which accumulate on dentures are the same as those which accumulate on natural teeth and oral tissues. Certain types of this bacteria are responsible for causing bad breath; when not removed from dentures, this can lead to bad breath caused by dentures (AKA, “denture breath”). Even though … Read More
Ask the Denturist: Do You Really Need to Remove Your Dentures Before Going to Sleep?
One of the most common questions we are asked is “why do I have to remove my dentures before I go to sleep?”. It’s an honest question, as at first the idea of sleeping with your dentures in seems harmless enough. However, wearing dentures changes your oral hygiene requirements, and removing your dentures before sleep plays a part in keeping … Read More
Are Dental Implants a Good Option For You?
A dental implant is an artificial root made of titanium metal which is inserted into the jawbone to replace the root of the natural tooth. An artificial crown is then attached to and is held by the implant, providing a fully functional replacement tooth. On their own, dental implants have many benefits- and even more when compared with other dental restoration … Read More
The Top Three Questions We Get Asked About Dentures
The need to consider getting dentures can arise from many situations or circumstances which occur throughout your life. This need could simply be the result of aging, or due to accidents where teeth fall out. Dentures should be considered anytime you have had any tooth loss. Dentures are essentially false teeth which are used to replace the lack of some, … Read More
5 Useful Tips for Keeping Your Dentures Clean
Oral hygiene is important for the health of your teeth, gums, and dentures. Dentures require some basic care in order to stay clean, but with a simple daily routine you’ll find that proper denture care only takes a few minutes extra per day. One of the biggest benefits of the removable denture is the ability to keep it nice and … Read More
Ask the Denturist: What is the Best Material Choice for Partial Dentures?
This is a good question and one that we get asked a lot! Your dentures are one of the only medical appliances that you will have to live with every day, so it’s important that you choose the type of denture that is the best fit for you and your lifestyle. Partial dentures have a couple of choices in terms … Read More