{"id":119,"date":"2024-05-03T16:47:12","date_gmt":"2024-05-03T16:47:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soldotnadentalarts.com\/blog\/?p=119"},"modified":"2024-06-12T16:50:08","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T16:50:08","slug":"what-kind-of-problems-can-ill-fitting-dentures-lead-to","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soldotnadentalarts.com\/blog\/2024\/05\/03\/what-kind-of-problems-can-ill-fitting-dentures-lead-to\/","title":{"rendered":"What Kind of Problems Can Ill-Fitting Dentures Lead To?"},"content":{"rendered":"
\n
\"a<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

For many, dentures<\/a> are a life-changing solution for addressing tooth loss, restoring not only the mouth’s functionality but also the aesthetics of a natural, symmetrical smile. However, when dentures do not fit as intended, they actually have the potential to cause more problems than they solve \u2013 and some of these issues can even be potentially life-threatening! But by understanding these risks and the importance of regular denture maintenance, you can ensure that your prosthetic does nothing but make life easier and bring joy to you and those around you. Here\u2019s what you need to know.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Problems Caused by Ill-Fitting Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dentures are a tried-and-true, practical option for replacing teeth. They look realistic, assist with eating and speaking, and restore a patient\u2019s confidence that has plummeted due to tooth loss. However, when they stop fitting or functioning as intended, they can cause all kinds of problems, including gum inflammation, jaw pain, headaches, jawbone atrophy, angular cheilitis, and most noticeable of all, difficulty performing oral functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, what\u2019s truly alarming is the link between ill-fitting dentures and serious health conditions such as oral cancer. While they can\u2019t directly cause cancer, when you have dentures that slip and move around due to poor fit combined with inadequate dental hygiene, the irritation that develops can cause the cells in your mouth to become much more vulnerable to cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This means that neglecting your oral care as well as your dentures can lead to cancer \u2013 and though oral cancer is very treatable if caught early on, it still only has around a 65% survival rate at the 5-year mark. It\u2019s also worth noting that patients who smoke or use tobacco, regardless of their dentures, are at a greatly heightened risk of oral cancer and other serious conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signs Your Dentures Need Professional Maintenance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your dentures do not fit properly or feel uncomfortable to wear, it\u2019s a telltale sign that they need adjustment or repair, and you should contact your dentist immediately. However, other signs of compromised dentures include things like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n