{"id":1444,"date":"2024-07-30T17:30:53","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T17:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/?p=1444"},"modified":"2024-07-30T17:30:54","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T17:30:54","slug":"why-do-my-dentures-smell-bad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/2024\/07\/30\/why-do-my-dentures-smell-bad\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Do My Dentures Smell Bad?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dentures-1.jpg\" alt=\"A hand with blue rubber gloves holding a denture.\" class=\"wp-image-1446\" style=\"width:395px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dentures-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dentures-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dentures-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Though they aren\u2019t your \u201creal\u201d teeth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/dentures.html\">dentures<\/a> look, feel, and act just like natural teeth. They help you chew; they help you speak, and they help maintain the structure of your jawbones. Thus, to properly care for your dentures, you must give them the same attention as you might with your natural teeth. While you may not think neglecting your dentures really matters since they are \u201cfake,\u201d failure to care for them can cause bad odors and even damage. Here are a few reasons they may not smell too good, and what you can do to fix them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible Causes of Denture Odor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you wear dentures to speak and chew, they can become coated in saliva, food particles, and even plaque. This debris can even get stuck between the teeth or get caught in your adhesive. If you smoke, your dentures can absorb that odor, causing them to smell bad no matter how often or carefully you clean them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Stop Denture Odor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have dentures, you should brush them regularly just like you would your natural teeth. Brushing them removes debris and keeps them from staining and from developing an unpleasant odor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another step you should not neglect is flossing them. Flossing removes small particles that get stuck between the teeth, so there is nothing trapped there to make them smell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, be sure to remove your dentures each night before bed and leave them soaking in a glass of water or soak. This not only prevents them from drying out and becoming permanently damaged, but it also helps keep them clean and smell fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Checkups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, even if you have a full set of dentures, don\u2019t skip your semi-annual dental checkups. Your dentist can make sure they fit properly, are not damaged, are clean, and that all of your crowns are secure. If during your appointment there is any damage observed, your dentist can send them for repair or help you order a new pair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, dentures should not have an odor, so if something smells bad, there is likely something wrong. Thorough, proper cleaning can help ensure that they last long and remain free of stains, damage, and unpleasant odors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/our-practice.html\">Compass Dental<\/a>, we want to be your guide to great oral health! Our skilled team of dentists and dental professionals are here to help you make informed decisions about your care, and your comfort and satisfaction is our number one priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To schedule an appointment for dentures, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/appointment-request.html\">visit our website<\/a>, or call us today at 912-352-3955.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Though they aren\u2019t your \u201creal\u201d teeth, dentures look, feel, and act just like natural teeth. They help you chew; they help you speak, and they help maintain the structure of your jawbones. Thus, to properly care for your dentures, you must give them the same attention as you might with your natural teeth. 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