Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Preventing Stains
• Method 2 of 4: Remove stains from dentures with detergents
• Method 3 of 4: Cleaning your dentures with baking soda and water
• Method 4 of 4: Clean dentures with water and vinegar
• Tips

Dentures are special technical devices that replace missing teeth. If you wear dentures, it is very important to keep them clean, because dirty dentures can grow bacteria at lightning speed and even develop fungus. This will lead to gum disease and, of course, bad breath. Keeping dentures clean is also important not only for hygienic but also for aesthetic reasons. Want to keep your gums healthy and your smile radiant and beautiful? Then go to the first step quickly!

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Preventing Stains

1. 1 When drinking drinks that can stain your dentures, use a straw (straw). This applies to coffee, tea, carbonated drinks, fruit juices. When you sip the drink through the straw, the liquid passes your teeth and dentures without leaving any marks on them.
2. 2 Stop smoking. Tobacco can stain dentures too, so try to get rid of this habit.If you are having trouble quitting smoking, try at least limiting yourself by reducing the number of cigarettes per day.
3. 3 Rinse your mouth after eating. Especially after coffee, tea, wine. Always rinse your mouth thoroughly, making sure no food debris gets caught between your dentures.
   • If you can't rinse your mouth out right after a meal, drink some water. This will also help to avoid stains on the dentures.
4. 4 Eat crispy fruits and vegetables. Foods such as berries, tomatoes, soy sauce, etc. can stain dentures, but you can eat crunchy vegetables and fruits (like apples or celery). After these products, there will be no stains on the dentures.
5. 5 Clean your dentures well! They should be cleaned at least twice a day. Try to clean thoroughly so that the brush reaches all hard-to-reach areas. But don't press too hard to avoid damaging your dentures.
   • Maybe you should get a toothbrush made specifically for cleaning dentures.
   • You need a soft bristled toothbrush. Hard bristles can scratch dentures and stop shiny.
6. 6 Soak dentures in water overnight. When you go to bed, take out your dentures and leave them in a glass of water. The water will remove any food particles that may have gotten between the dentures and will wash away the stains.
   • Do not put dentures in hot water! This can lead to their compression and deformation.
   • There is no need to put dentures in soapy water or powder - this can damage their appearance. Soak dentures in plain water only.
7. 7 If you've already noticed stains on your dentures, consider ultrasonic cleaning. Ask your dentist about it. The process involves cleaning the dentures with sound waves. While it sounds a little odd, ultrasonic cleaning is one of the most effective ways to remove stains and give your dentures their original appearance.

Method 2 of 4: Remove stains from dentures with detergents

1. 1 Buy a denture cleaner. It can be purchased at a pharmacy or supermarket. There are different types of denture cleaners: gels, creams, liquids. They are applicable to different types of prostheses.
   • Look for products that are approved by the Russian Ministry of Health, as these detergents are proven to be safe and effective.
2. 2 Follow the instructions on the package. Gels and creams are usually spread over toothbrushes, used to clean dentures, and then rinsed. Liquid detergents are usually poured into a container and soaked in dentures. There are detergents, which are in the form of a tablet, which must be dissolved in water. Dentures need to be soaked in the resulting solution.
3. 3 Rinse your dentures thoroughly after using detergents! Whichever remedy you choose, be sure to rinse your dentures under tap water before wearing them again.

Method 3 of 4: Cleaning your dentures with baking soda and water

1. 1 Mix baking soda and water. If you do not want to buy a special detergent, materials at hand will come to the rescue. First, dissolve 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 230 grams of water.
2. 2 Soak your dentures in the resulting solution. Leave them there for 20 minutes.
3. 3 Do not forget to rinse your dentures thoroughly under water after soaking. Rinse your dentures well, but do not rub to damage them.
4. 4 Dry your dentures. Wipe them with a towel or other soft cloth.
5. 5 Repeat this procedure no more than once a week. This method of cleaning dentures can be used regularly, but not too often. Otherwise, the baking soda can scratch the surface of your dentures. Therefore, once a week is sufficient.

Method 4 of 4: Clean dentures with water and vinegar

1. 1 Mix water and vinegar. Vinegar contains acetic acid, which removes stains. First, mix equal amounts of white distilled vinegar and water.Pour the solution into a container large enough to hold your dentures.
2. 2 Soak dentures in this solution and leave for 8 hours (you can even leave them overnight). It takes about 8 hours for the acetic acid to take effect.
   • If you can't wait 8 hours, soak your dentures for a while. Even half an hour can have a noticeable effect.
3. 3 Remember to clean your dentures by removing them from the solution. Be sure to brush with a soft bristle brush, but do not scrub too hard.
4. 4 After cleaning, rinse the dentures with tap water.
5. 5 Dry your dentures. Wipe them with a towel or other soft cloth.
6. 6 You can repeat this procedure if you like. Some people soak their dentures in a solution of vinegar and water almost every night.

Tips

• Never use bleaches that are not specifically made for dentures! Other products can discolor your dentures, and whitening pastes can corrode them, causing significant damage to their appearance.
• Never use a dishwasher or microwave to clean and dry your dentures! This will lead to deformation of the dentures, as a result of which you simply cannot wear them.