How do you fix ill-fitting dentures?

If you find that your new dentures are fitted poorly and thus come loose in your mouth easily, go back to your dentist and ask to have them readjusted.

How can ill-fitting dentures affect your health?

In addition to mild discomfort and gagging, ill-fitting dentures can cause headaches, gum disease, plaque accumulation, ear pain, jawbone atrophy, soreness and poor nutrition as a result of an impeded bite.

Can ill-fitting dentures cause sore throat?

While ill-fitting dentures are linked primarily to swollen and sore gums, you may develop a sore throat as an allergic reaction to the denture-soaking solution or mouthwash you are using.

Why do my dentures not fit anymore?

There are two reasons for that. On one hand, your dentures may have not been fitted properly to your gums in the first place. In this case, return to your dental professional and have your dentures assessed. On the other hand, it may happen as part of a natural process called bone resorption: As you age, your body undergoes various changes, such as the shifting and shrinking of your jawbone and gums. To help prevent bone resorption, try to use your jaw as much as possible.

How do I know if my dentures are too big?

You can tell if your dentures are too big if your mouth and gums continue to feel swollen well after you’ve started wearing them; you regularly experience gagging as a result of your dentures moving around a lot; and you’re having a hard time biting and chewing properly because your dentures keep slipping and sliding.