Dentures should be looked after in the same way as you would look after your natural teeth. However maintaining them can involve a slightly different process.
Firstly, dentures should be removed from the mouth before cleaning and brushed with a specially designed brush, specifically made to clean dentures. Toothpaste is also not recommended for dentures; instead there are several brands of dental paste on the market, along with denture solutions which are used to soak the denture.
The reason why dentures are removed for cleaning is that the paste and solutions used can cause problems with the mouth and gums. Always make sure you rinse the denture thoroughly after using these products.
It’s best to clean your denture over a bowl or sink containing warm water, as this will cushion the denture should you accidently drop it. You should also leave your denture out of the mouth for a few hours each day, or overnight, as this will give your mouth and gums a rest.