My Dentures Don't Fit Anymore: What Should I Do?

Getting a new set of custom-made full or partial dentures at our Huntington Beach, CA, dental office can enhance your appearance, oral health, and independence. You can laugh, smile, and speak with confidence, and you can also enjoy your favorite foods. But after a while, your dentures may feel loose and might be uncomfortable to wear.

So what should you do when your dentures don’t fit anymore?

Dr. Andrew G. Mortensen offers some insight and advice on what you should do when your dentures no longer fit right.

What Causes Dentures to Change Their Fit?

When you lose teeth, it can affect the health of your jawbone. Without the stimulation from tooth roots, the jawbone begins to atrophy, which means the loss of bone density along the jaw. This can affect your appearance, but it will seriously impact the way your dentures fit.

In addition, the denture itself is subject to gradual wear and tear over time. This can also affect the fit and overall soundness of the denture.

There are two primary reasons why a new set of dentures feels so snug at first but eventually loses stability.

Common Signs Your Dentures Don’t Fit Properly

• The dentures are wobbly while worn
• Your dentures fall out easily
• It hurts to wear your dentures
• Your gums feel sore or irritated
• You’ve developed oral ulcers on the gum
• You notice fungal infections of the gumline

See a Dentist About Your Denture Issues

The best thing you can do about loose dentures is to visit our Huntington Beach dental office. During your appointment, we can look at your dentures and also assess the health and condition of your jawbone.

Following the exam and discussion about what you’ve experienced, we’ll figure out the right treatment for your needs.

Relining Your Dentures

One option for loose dentures is to do a relining. Relining the dentures adds material to the plate that makes contact with the gums and the dental arch. Adding some material periodically is the best way to keep your dentures feeling good and fitting properly.

Replacing Your Dentures

Sometimes you simply need a new set of dentures. This is particularly true if your dentures have been relined in the past and no longer fit. People usually replace their dentures after several years have passed or there has been significant damage to the denture itself.

Consider Implant-Supported Dentures

Many people get dental implants to support a new set of dentures. These artificial tooth roots help stimulate the jawbone, which prevents bone loss over time. Since the denture is held in place with implants, there is a low risk of the denture coming loose or falling out.

If implant-supported dentures sound like a good option to you, we can discuss this in more detail during your visit.

Set Up an Appointment With Our Team

You don’t have to put up with dentures that don’t fit. To get the help you need to smile and speak without worries, contact our dental office in Huntington Beach, CA. We look forward to your visit.