How to take care of denture teeth
Clean dentures daily, remove them as directed, protect them from drying or dropping, and have fit or wear checked when problems develop.
The short answer
Care for denture teeth by removing the appliance as directed, cleaning it daily with a denture brush and suitable cleanser, and storing it in water or the recommended solution when it is out.
How should dentures be rinsed and brushed after meals?
Rinse after meals and brush all surfaces over a basin of water.
What should you avoid when cleaning and storing dentures?
Use a denture cleanser, avoid hot water, and keep the appliance moist as directed.
When do denture changes need a dental appointment?
Seek care for sore spots, looseness, clicking, cracks, odour, or chewing difficulty.
What should you ask about fit, repairs, and remaining teeth?
Ask about fit, bite, repair, professional cleaning, and care of remaining teeth.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main thing to know?
Care for denture teeth by removing the appliance as directed, cleaning it daily with a denture brush and suitable cleanser, and storing it in water or the recommended solution when it is out.
When should I arrange an examination?
Seek care for sore spots, looseness, clicking, cracks, odour, or chewing difficulty.
Who wrote this page
This library is published by Dental Nation, a licensed dental group practising in the United Arab Emirates. Pages are written and overseen by the same clinical team that treats patients in our clinics, and are held to a fixed editorial standard for safety and accuracy.
This page is patient education, not medical advice, and cannot replace an examination. Anything urgent — facial swelling, trauma, uncontrolled bleeding or severe pain — needs a dentist or emergency care now.