Denture Dilemma: 4 Tips to Treating Sores

September 20, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Dr. Sanchez @ 5:08 pm
Woman holding full set of dentures with two hands in front of her white clothing

Dentures remain a popular solution for replacing missing teeth because they’re a versatile solution that can help you eat, speak, and smile more confidently. However, it can often take patients about a month to get used to wearing them. During that time, it’s not uncommon to develop raw spots in the tender tissues inside your mouth until they adjust to supporting your prosthetics all day. If you’re feeling achy, you might avoid wearing your dentures, which allows them to dry up. This can crack or warp them so they no longer fit.

Thankfully, there are things you can do to alleviate discomfort and help your sores recover so you can continue practicing wearing dentures. Continue reading to learn about four tips to ease you through this transition!

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