{"id":293,"date":"2024-06-25T15:58:27","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T15:58:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/?p=293"},"modified":"2024-06-25T15:58:28","modified_gmt":"2024-06-25T15:58:28","slug":"can-you-wear-your-dentures-24-7","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/can-you-wear-your-dentures-24-7\/","title":{"rendered":"Wondering If You Can Wear Your Dentures 24\/7? Here\u2019s the Answer."},"content":{"rendered":"
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In the last few decades alone, dentures<\/a> have improved significantly in look and function. In other words, if you haven\u2019t seen this tooth-replacement solution since your great-grandparents had them, you haven\u2019t seen them! They are also more comfortable than ever before since they are custom-made for each patient and crafted from only the best dental materials. But does that mean that you can wear your dentures 24\/7? Here\u2019s the answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

You Can\u2026 But Here\u2019s Why You Shouldn\u2019t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For a moment, think of dentures like shoes. Technically, they can be worn day and night. However, doing so wouldn\u2019t be ideal. That\u2019s because your gums need time to rest. Plus, keeping them on around the clock can restrict blood flow, accelerate bone loss, lead to respiratory issues, and increase the chances of your restoration being coated in bacteria and plaque. For all of those reasons, patients are encouraged to place them in a glass of water or denture cleaner while they sleep instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Few Other Best Practices with Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After investing your valuable time and money in the dentures process, it\u2019s only natural to want to keep them in pristine condition for as long as possible. To help make that goal a reality, we recommend adopting a few habits (in addition to taking them out while you sleep):<\/p>\n\n\n\n