What to do to fit dentures: the complete guide

Common problems in dentures not fitting Some common problems that occur when dentures don't fit include: - Denture loosening due to incompatibility with the gums - Ulcers and inflammation in the gums - Difficulty in chewing and speaking - Excessive salivation or dry mouth - Feeling of pressure and pain in the gums ### Denture loosening and incompatibility with the gums One of the most common problems that occur when dentures don't fit is that the dentures don't fit perfectly with the gums. That is, in a situation where the prosthesis is not molded correctly or over time, due to the decay of the gums and the change of the structure of the jaw bone, it is out of its ideal shape, the artificial tooth is loose in its place. So it does not sit well on the gums and may move when talking or chewing. Denture loosening is a very distressing and nerve-wracking problem that reduces a person's self-confidence. Because the person cannot talk or eat comfortably. ### Ulcers and inflammation in the gums caused by pressure Unfortunately, the biggest problem caused by not fitting the denture properly on the gums is putting too much pressure on the gums and scarring them. When the denture does not fit well, it irritates the gums that have not yet gotten used to the prosthesis. Especially when the edges are sharp and not polished properly. Of course, in some cases, inflammation of the gums may be due to sensitivity to artificial teeth. But the probability of this case is low and usually it cannot be detected in less than a month. ### Difficulty chewing and speaking Another common challenge of not fitting artificial teeth in the mouth is difficulty in chewing food and pronouncing words correctly. Since the denture is a foreign object in the mouth, the jaw and tongue muscles need time to get used to it. So at first, it will be difficult to chew some hard or sticky foods, and the person may have trouble pronouncing some letters or sounds when speaking. Of course, this problem is usually solved with practice and continuous use. But it may be a bit annoying in the first days and weeks. Excessive salivation or dry mouth Some people experience a change in the amount of saliva secretion when using dentures. For example, in some cases, the saliva in the mouth is secreted excessively and causes discomfort and difficulty in swallowing. On the contrary, some people may suffer from dry mouth and face cracks in the lips and increase the possibility of oral ulcers. **Read more:** Dentures for young people The duration of denture placement In general, the duration of the placement of artificial teeth in the mouth varies from a few weeks to a month, and of course, it depends on various factors. Factors such as the compatibility of the person, the type of artificial teeth and the degree of compatibility of the teeth with the gums. In the first weeks, a person may experience discomfort, loose teeth, difficulty chewing and even increased/decreased salivation. But over time, the mouth and tongue muscles get used to this new organ and improve its function day by day. If a month has passed since the dental prosthesis was installed in your mouth and you still cannot get used to your new teeth, you must visit a dental prosthesis specialist so that, if necessary, the necessary changes or reline prosthesis can be made for you. Reline dentures: when and why? Sometimes, after some time of using artificial teeth, it is necessary to make changes in it. Reline of the denture is to improve the fit of the denture and is done when: - The prosthesis does not fit well on the gums. - The gums are depleted and deformed. - The person feels disproportionate pain or pressure. Reline makes the prosthesis adapt to the gum structure and function better.