{"id":227,"date":"2024-06-03T20:22:39","date_gmt":"2024-06-03T20:22:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.parksidedentalllc.com\/blog\/?p=227"},"modified":"2024-07-02T20:25:01","modified_gmt":"2024-07-02T20:25:01","slug":"denture-sores-and-how-to-soothe-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.parksidedentalllc.com\/blog\/2024\/06\/03\/denture-sores-and-how-to-soothe-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Denture Sores and How to Soothe Them"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Are your gums swollen? Have you been experiencing increased oral sensitivity? Don\u2019t wait for your discomfort to go away on its own, because if your mouth is sore, your dentures<\/a> could be the problem. Keep reading to learn why and how you can alleviate your symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Your Dentures Might be Creating Sores<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unless your dentures are brand new, it\u2019s possible that either they don\u2019t fit or need a good cleaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s true that dentures are hand-crafted to fit your mouth. However, your dentures experience wear and tear as time goes on, and if you have partials, shifting teeth can bend them out of shape. Fortunately, your dentist might be able to adjust them. If not, they\u2019ll simply give you a replacement set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As for the cleaning possibility \u2013 yes, your dentures still need to be maintained, even though they\u2019re fake! Bacteria can build on any surface, not just authentic enamel. Make sure you brush and <\/em>floss your dentures thoroughly. This includes the adhesive underside. You\u2019ll also want to keep your mouth pristine. \u201cAny surface\u201d means any surface<\/em>. So give your tongue, gums, and inner cheeks a good scrub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why You Should Contact Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether your dentures are ill-fitting or harboring irritating bacteria, you should contact your dentist<\/a>. They\u2019re the only ones that can properly repair your dentures, and they have professional-grade equipment for removing stubborn bacteria you might have missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you still need convincing, think of it this way. You wouldn\u2019t continue to wear shoes that don\u2019t fit. Why? Because it\u2019s uncomfortable and could harm your feet, of course! And why would you take your suit in for dry-cleaning? Because it\u2019s a special material or has a pesky stain that you can\u2019t get rid of on your own! It\u2019s the same for your dentures. They have to be taken care of just like any other physical object.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Do While Waiting for Your Dental Appointment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your dentist might be able to see you as soon as today. But if you find yourself in a pinch, here are some home remedies that can help relieve your discomfort:<\/p>\n\n\n\n