For most people, it takes awhile to get used to wearing full dentures. Once they achieve a degree of comfort and usefulness, you may think you no longer need help from your dentist. Far from true!
The tissues on which dentures rest are changing constantly. Sometimes the ridges that support dentures recede and shrink, causing the dentures to loosen. When this happens, your dentures will have to be adjusted to fit properly again.
Dentures have to be kept clean and free of deposits or they can have an adverse effect on the health of the mouth. This is another reason for regular checkups. A minor irritation can cause infection and inflammation of the gums.
Like anything that is subject to constant wear, it has to be properly maintained. Occasionally, dentures must be relined, and if your mouth undergoes major changes, it may be necessary for you to be fitted with new dentures. Full dentures solve the problem of missing teeth, but they need periodic checkups, just like real teeth.
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