{"id":7072,"date":"2022-02-18T17:43:55","date_gmt":"2022-02-18T06:43:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/?p=7072"},"modified":"2023-11-06T22:32:22","modified_gmt":"2023-11-06T11:32:22","slug":"how-to-make-your-dentures-fit-better","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/how-to-make-your-dentures-fit-better\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Your Dentures Fit Better \u2013 5 Ways To Improve Their Fit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you wondering <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to make your dentures fit better?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poorly <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fitting dentures<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can make you feel uncomfortable and insecure. The former because your gums may feel sore and tender and the latter because you fear that slippage could cause embarrassment in public.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know that loose-<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fitting dentures<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can also raise the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7020032\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">risk of malnutrition and lower nutritional intake<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dentures are a quick and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/implant-dentistry\/\">affordable way to replace missing teeth<\/a>. And with the appearance of your smile having a significant impact on your appearance and self-esteem, they need to fit and function well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OdsSoYskfkI\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2><b><i>So, why do dentures feel uncomfortable?<\/i><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dentures may feel uncomfortable for several reasons and include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Migration of your natural remaining teeth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your denture has warped or changed shape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bone recession\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyday wear and tear\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ill-<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fitting dentures<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can make your mouth feel sore and are uncomfortable and impractical. So what can be done about it?<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to make your dentures fit better<\/b><b> \u2013 Top Tips<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step is to <a href=\"https:\/\/nsbrisbanedentalimplants.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">get in touch with your dentist<\/a>. Depending on the material, they may suggest making adjustments. Other options include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Denture reline\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A denture reline is when your dentist adds another layer of material to the base of your denture to help it fit better. The new layer follows the contours of your mouth and gum line restoring its original snug fit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental adhesive\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bnsbrisbanedentalimplant.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-7074 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/how-to-make-your-dentures-comfortable-woden-300x214.jpg\" alt=\"Go to BNSbrisbanedentalimplant.com.au\" width=\"300\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/how-to-make-your-dentures-comfortable-woden-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/how-to-make-your-dentures-comfortable-woden.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>You may have avoided using dental adhesive in the past, but it can help your dentures feel more comfortable. It can even fill you with confidence that your denture will remain in place when speaking or chewing food.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental adhesive can also act as a barrier to prevent food particles from getting trapped beneath your false teeth and irritating your gums. Using an adhesive is also affordable to help poorly <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fitting dentures<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> feel secure while you wait to see your dentist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have your jawbone examined\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dentures rely on the bony gum ridge for support. That, in turn, depends on support from the underlying jawbone to maintain its size and shape. Any changes in its quality, quantity and shape cause your dentures to loosen.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, bone loss is natural when teeth are missing, and dentures often exacerbate the process. This issue can be addressed by oral surgeons using bone or tissue grafting or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/are-dental-implants-safe\/\">other minor procedures<\/a> to enhance, reshape or smooth the jawbone&#8217;s surface.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add stability with dental implants<\/span><\/i><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bnsdentalimplantmelbourne.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-7891\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Implant-retained-dentures-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Visit BNSdentalimplantMelbourne.com.au\" width=\"299\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Implant-retained-dentures-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Implant-retained-dentures.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dentists can provide additional <a href=\"https:\/\/dentalimplantsydneybns.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">support with dental implants<\/a> when relining isn&#8217;t enough. While this can be done with upper or lower dentures, dentists commonly use it to stabilise a &#8216;floating&#8217; lower denture. Two or more implants are surgically placed into the jaw with corresponding attachments positioned on the underside of the denture enabling the denture to snap onto the implants securing it in position. <a href=\"https:\/\/nsdentalimplantsmelbourne.com.au\/\">Click this link<\/a> to learn more.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Care and maintenance<\/span><\/i><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So now you know <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to make your dentures fit better<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, remember that although <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalelfservice.net\/publication-types\/guideline\/guidelines-for-the-care-and-maintenance-of-complete-dentures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">care and maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> won\u2019t make your dentures fit better, they can help prevent your dentures from warping, changing shape or breaking.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Are you suffering from poorly <\/b><b>fitting dentures<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your dentures are causing you discomfort or pain, you might want to try and make them fit better. Why not book an appointment with the experienced dentists at <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental Excellence<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who can examine your mouth and dentures and make recommendations based on your best interests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b><i>References:<\/i><\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b><i>NCBI<\/i><\/b><b><i> &#8211; <\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Denture Wearing and Malnutrition Risk Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>National Elf Service<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Guidelines For The Care and Maintenance Of Complete Dentures<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you wondering how to make your dentures fit better?\u00a0 Poorly fitting dentures can make you feel uncomfortable and insecure. The former because your gums may feel sore and tender and the latter because you fear that slippage could cause embarrassment in public.\u00a0 Did you know that loose-fitting dentures can also raise the risk of [&hellip;]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":7073,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[25,26],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7072"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7072"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7072\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7901,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7072\/revisions\/7901"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7073"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7072"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7072"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7072"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}