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When you lose teeth, there are several options made available to you for tooth replacement in the Maryville, Tennessee area. When you visit Dr. William Proffitt of Proffitt Dentistry, he will present these options to you, including dentures. If you choose dentures for tooth replacement, you will want to care for them to ensure they last you for years.
Here are some simple ways that you can care for and maintain your dentures.
To extend the life of your dentures, you should brush them gently every day, just like your teeth. To brush your dentures, use a specifically designed denture brush. These are made for the cleaning of dentures. They are stiffer than conventional brushes to get into tiny crevices without the possibility of pushing the gums away. Use the brush with clean water on all surface areas of your dentures, being attentive not to bend or break any attachments.
You will also want to utilize a specially formulated denture cleanser for soaking. While soaking your dentures is a good way to clean them, you still need to brush them to remove any existing plaque.
When handling your dentures, it is crucial to do so with care. Dentures can break apart if they fall onto a hard surface. A good example of this is when you are brushing your dentures. If you do so over an empty sink and then drop them, the contact with the hard surface of your sink could result in them breaking. You can mitigate risk by partially filling your sink with water and then having a towel laid out to lay your dentures on to dry.
Another way you can care for your dentures is to let them soak in either cool water or a cleaning solution when they are not in your mouth. This will prevent them from drying out. An important note is to never soak your dentures in warm or hot water as it could result in your dentures warping.
To schedule your appointment with Dr. Proffitt of Proffitt Dentistry, call (865) 432-0804 today.
Dr. William Proffitt earned his business degree in transportation from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. Then, he decided to pursue a career in dentistry and attended the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center in Memphis. Later, he returned home to Maryville and joined his uncle in practice. After four years, he took over the practice and continues to serve patients in the community. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Tennessee Dental Association, and the Second District Dental Association. Other affiliations include the Pierre Fauchard Academy, International College of Dentists, and the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry. He has completed advanced studies at the Pankey Institute in Florida and the Alleman-Deliperi Centers for training in biomimetic dentistry in Salt Lake City and Italy. His passion is educating patients about the latest developments in conservative restorative dentistry.
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