{"id":195,"date":"2022-09-08T18:08:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-08T18:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.donlandsfamilydentistry.ca\/blog\/?p=195"},"modified":"2023-11-27T13:10:46","modified_gmt":"2023-11-27T13:10:46","slug":"when-is-the-best-time-to-replace-your-dentures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.donlandsfamilydentistry.ca\/blog\/2022\/09\/08\/when-is-the-best-time-to-replace-your-dentures\/","title":{"rendered":"When is the Best Time to Replace Your Dentures?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Some patients believe that dentures last a lifetime. \u201cThese appliances<\/a> replace lost teeth,\u201d the thinking goes, \u201cso they surely work as long as the real things can.\u201d Unfortunately, dentures can\u2019t and don\u2019t last forever. They\u2019re temporary restorations, meaning they need to be switched out after a certain point. That said, you may not know when the switch ought to happen. Luckily, your East York dentist is here to tell you. Read on to learn why it\u2019s vital to change dentures and the four signs that it\u2019s time to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why is It Important to Replace Dentures?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dentures are custom-made to fit your mouth, thus allowing you to chew, eat, and speak easily. However, they eventually wear out over time. In fact, dentures only last about seven to ten years on average. Using them past this expected lifespan will cause them to become ineffective. From there, your smile won\u2019t look as attractive or natural as before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signs You Should Replace Your Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Of course, your dentures can show signs besides lifespan that they need replacement. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re Loose or Falling Out<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A great denture stays in place with just friction alone. In other words, it has a tight fit between itself and your gums that keeps it secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, you may need to replace your dentures if they feel loose or fall out more often. This scenario means they fit more poorly, possibly due to wear and tear or your jawbone losing density.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re Hurting Your Gums<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A denture in good shape won\u2019t cause you any pain or discomfort. If you start noticing pain when you chew or bite, you may need to replace it. The same applies should the dentures start causing sores, lesions, or other changes in your gums. In the latter case, especially, you should contact your dentist for a denture refit or replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re Stained or Damaged<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It stands to reason that you want dentures to give you a pretty smile. The latter won\u2019t be possible, though, if they chip or crack. In that case, you should have them replaced to improve your pearly whites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their discoloration is also a good reason to replace dentures. It can often be avoided with good care, but even great prosthetics can turn yellow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your dentures start exhibiting the symptoms above, it\u2019d be best for you to replace them. That way, you can ensure your mouth shows a full, healthy, and clean smile.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Some patients believe that dentures last a lifetime. \u201cThese appliances replace lost teeth,\u201d the thinking goes, \u201cso they surely work as long as the real things can.\u201d Unfortunately, dentures can\u2019t and don\u2019t last forever. They\u2019re temporary restorations, meaning they need to be switched out after a certain point. That said, you may not know when […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhen to Replace Dentures | Donlands Family Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Unfortunately, dentures don\u2019t last forever. 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