{"id":245,"date":"2024-12-05T18:06:45","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T18:06:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smilespecialties.com\/blog\/?p=245"},"modified":"2025-02-04T18:09:26","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T18:09:26","slug":"reasons-to-soak-your-dentures-every-night","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilespecialties.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/05\/reasons-to-soak-your-dentures-every-night\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Reasons You Shouldn\u2019t Forget to Soak Your Dentures Every Night"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smilespecialties.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image-300x225.png\" alt=\"a patient removing their dentures before bedtime\" class=\"wp-image-246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smilespecialties.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/www.smilespecialties.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.smilespecialties.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilespecialties.com\/dentures-and-partials.html\">Dentures<\/a> are a tried-and-true dental restoration that has assisted countless generations of patients with tooth loss. However, as convenient and low maintenance as they might seem, they actually do require a certain level of upkeep to remain functional, clean, and beautiful \u2013 and this includes soaking them every single day! Here are a few of the main reasons why you shouldn\u2019t think twice about soaking your dentures overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Dentures Have Surface Pores<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At first glance, dentures appear to be made of a solid, unbroken material \u2013 but when viewed closely under a microscope, you\u2019ll notice that the surface is actually covered in tiny pockmarks. This means that brushing alone isn\u2019t enough to thoroughly clean these surfaces, as the bristles will not be able to reach bacteria that become trapped in the small crevices. Since your dentures have no germ-fighting properties of their own, soaking them in water or a denture cleanser can supplement the job done by your toothbrush. In fact, some of these soaking solutions can even eliminate up to 99.9% of denture germs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Dentures That Aren\u2019t Cleaned Can Pose Health Risks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe it or not, dry mouth poses a serious health risk to your smile. Saliva provides a variety of protective benefits and is typically the mouth\u2019s first line of defense against cavity-causing bacteria. Additionally, the likelihood of experiencing dry mouth increases with the number of prescription medications you take. Soaking your dentures daily is a surefire way to disinfect them and keep them moist, which in turn will keep your bacterial levels lower. Of course, wearing your dentures non-stop can also lead to irritation of your gum tissue, creating sores that are further vulnerable to infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Oral Bacteria Increases as You Age<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you wear dentures or not, you should know that as you age, the number of bacteria in your mouth tends to increase. However, for denture wearers, the bacteria levels are likely even higher due to several factors, including reduced saliva flow and a diminished immune system. As you get up there in years, your mouth will begin requiring more vigilant care, meaning that routine preventive care combined with at-home hygiene is an absolute must. Soaking your dentures overnight ensures they\u2019re properly cleaned each day, even if brushing is difficult due to mobility issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Properly soaking your dentures overnight is important for several reasons \u2013 it\u2019s a small task that will pay large dividends for the longevity of your restoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Jennifer Reed has proudly served the dental needs of patients and families in the Lincoln, NE, area for over 20 years, offering a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatment options, including dentures. If you have any questions about the blog or you\u2019d like to get in touch with the office to set up an appointment for yourself or a loved one, please reach out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilespecialties.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> or call today for more information. <strong>Telephone: (402) 488-5007.<\/strong> &nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dentures are a tried-and-true dental restoration that has assisted countless generations of patients with tooth loss. However, as convenient and low maintenance as they might seem, they actually do require a certain level of upkeep to remain functional, clean, and beautiful \u2013 and this includes soaking them every single day! 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