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Denture is a plastic plate coupled with artificial teeth that you place inside your mouth to replace missing teeth. It is a removable item therefore stringent care is required to ensure its longevity.

How to care for dentures?

Do not wear denture to sleep.

• Wearing denture the whole day results in constant pressure on your gums and oral mucosa.
• Leaving it out allows your gums to return to its normal position and rest.
• Without denture in place, the saliva is able to perform its antibacterial effect to maintain a good oral environment.
• You are advised to leave your denture out when you are not using them. Continue reading →