{"id":108,"date":"2020-10-23T18:40:35","date_gmt":"2020-10-23T18:40:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alexgoodmandmd.com\/blog\/?p=108"},"modified":"2020-10-23T18:40:35","modified_gmt":"2020-10-23T18:40:35","slug":"4-reasons-soak-dentures-columbia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alexgoodmandmd.com\/blog\/4-reasons-soak-dentures-columbia\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Reasons to Soak Your Dentures at Night"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"UpperIf you\u2019ve lost all your teeth in one or both arches, dentures in Columbia are a great solution to restore a beautiful smile. Although they aren\u2019t subject to decay, you still need to take the time to care for your dentures each day. Besides brushing, you should also soak your replacement teeth overnight, but why is it necessary? Here are 4 reasons to make nightly soaking a priority.
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1. Acrylic Dentures Have Pores<\/h2>\n

Modern dentures<\/a> are made of acrylic. While the material might look solid, it actually has many small pores. Although you can\u2019t see them, there are tiny caves all over your dentures where bacteria can get trapped. If bacteria accumulate in the small pits, a foul odor can develop, but that\u2019s not the only concern. Unclean dentures can also contribute to gum disease. Soaking your dentures neutralizes the bacteria that can lead to odors and infections.<\/p>\n

2. Reduces Risk of Gum Disease<\/h2>\n

Your dental health relies on adequate saliva flow to cleanse food particles and bacteria from the mouth. Unfortunately, as you age, you are more likely to experience dry mouth, which creates the perfect environment for harmful bacteria. Without adequate moisture, the bacteria can linger on your dentures as well. Nightly soaking cleanses them of the bacteria to ensure your smile stays healthy.<\/p>\n

3. Gives Your Gums a Rest<\/h2>\n

Nowadays, dentures are more comfortable than ever; however, you\u2019ll still need to let your gums rest. They might be sore at the end of the day from supporting your replacement teeth. If they are a bit tender, soaking your dentures while you\u2019re sleeping is a great way to give your gums a break before the new day.<\/p>\n

4. Kills Oral Bacteria<\/h2>\n

Although daily brushing is essential for denture maintenance, your brush can\u2019t reach everywhere, like the pores. A soaking solution can kill 99.9% of oral bacteria to keep your mouth healthy. You\u2019ll also eliminate odor-causing bacteria for fresh breath.<\/p>\n

Protect Your Investment<\/h2>\n

Your dentures will need to be replaced about every 7 years, but there are several things you can do to ensure they last. You can help protect your investment with nightly soaking and keeping a few care tips in mind:<\/p>\n