Dental Dilemma: Can I Brush Dentures in My Mouth?

August 7, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — beacondentistry @ 3:39 pm
AI generated closeup of a white toothbrush in a clean set of dentures

Dentures are a popular way to refurbish your grin after suffering from tooth loss because they restore so much of your ability to eat, speak, and smile more easily. New patients often take about a month to fully acclimate to wearing their artificial teeth all day. Then, you might start to feel so comfortable with them that you might not want to remove them unless it’s absolutely necessary.

For example, you might prefer to brush your dentures while they’re still inserted in your mouth. Although this might be okay occasionally, it’s not usually recommended. Continue reading to learn more about why!

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