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If you use dentures, you likely already know to remove them before bed. Dental practices tend to emphasize this rule pretty well now; it doesn’t need much repeating. That said, were you aware that you should also soak your dentures overnight? It’s good to put your prosthetics<\/a> aside ahead of bedtime, but having them sit in a solution is even better. To learn the specific details, consider these four reasons to soak dentures overnight from now on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Clean Restorations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brushing and rinsing help, but they can’t completely clean dentures. You’ll also want to do overnight soaks to make your prosthetics bacteria-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dentures naturally pick up bacteria through use. Unless you check that process, harmful microbes will gather on your restorations and cause plaque to grow in your mouth. The good news is that soaks are the ideal solution for this problem; they remove the offending bacteria. In other words, they\u2019ll thoroughly clean the parts of your dentures that brushing and rinsing can\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well-Shaped Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Overnight soaks don\u2019t just clean your dentures, of course. They also keep your restorations well-shaped longer than they\u2019d be otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The issue comes down to how dentures\u2019 shape can change. Since the prosthetics get exposed to a lot of dry air, they can easily distort without enough moisture. Soaks prevent such distortion by immersing your dentures in water (or a cleansing solution) for extended periods. Done consistently, they help your restorations remain well-fitted for many years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduced Risk of Infection(s)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It isn\u2019t just your dentures that benefit from soaks either. By practicing them, you\u2019ll reduce your own risk for oral infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your mouth won\u2019t exactly \u201cstay okay\u201d if you don\u2019t clean your prosthetics. Over time, the bacteria on your dentures could cause stomatitis or \u201cthrush\u201d \u2013 a condition that occurs from excessive yeast buildup. You\u2019d then experience reddened, swollen, and irritated gum tissues, something no one enjoys. Still, overnight soaks are usually enough to destroy yeast and thus reduce the risk of thrush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Fresh-Feeling Mouth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, you should also look into denture soaks because they freshen your mouth. They\u2019ll ensure you don\u2019t have to deal with bad breath in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t forget: plaque \u2013 a grimy bacterial biofilm \u2013 gathers on dentures over time. When this sticky covering isn\u2019t removed, it causes your mouth to have an awful odor. Overnight soaks act as a proper cleanser that removes the pesky biofilm, ensuring your restorations don\u2019t reek when you re-insert them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can now see why you should soak your dentures overnight. So, commit to that habit for your whole smile\u2019s sake!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Anderson Dental Center<\/a> is based in Hackensack, NJ. Led by a devoted team of dentists<\/a>, our practice aims to be your provider of safe, accessible, and highly effective dentistry. We thus offer many comprehensive oral services, from dental checkups and cleanings to restorations like dentures or dental implants. Whatever your grin\u2019s issues, rest assured \u2013 we can fix them for you! For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website<\/a> or by phone at (201)-546-7435<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you use dentures, you likely already know to remove them before bed. Dental practices tend to emphasize this rule pretty well now; it doesn’t need much repeating. That said, were you aware that you should also soak your dentures overnight? It’s good to put your prosthetics aside ahead of bedtime, but having them sit […]<\/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":[],"class_list":["post-230","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nA Restorative Cleanse: 4 Good Reasons to Soak Dentures Overnight - Anderson Dental Center Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Far from a useless habit, it\u2019s actually a smart move to soak your dentures overnight. 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