Recovery after removable dentures: lifestyle and rules for caring for new teeth

How to quickly get used to removable dentures

Naturally, each person is individual, and the duration of adaptation directly depends on the model and materials of construction. Conventionally, the process of addiction can be divided into three stages:

• irritation stage, which lasts about 7-10 days,
• stage of conditioned inhibition (duration – 3 weeks),
• the stage of full adaptation, when the patient completely gets used to the new artificial teeth (occurs after 30-40 days).

Immediately after installation, removable dentures may cause you nausea, increased salivation, changes or complete loss of taste, and difficulty eating. Diction problems also occur. But as you get used to the design, all manifestations disappear completely or are reduced to a minimum.

“Of course, there are patients who cannot get used to any removable dentures, even if they are made perfectly and in exact accordance with the bite. For example, with an increased gag reflex or if there is initially no psychological mood. In such situations, you need to look for alternatives and the best solution is prosthetics on implants, which is hundreds of times more comfortable and does not cause such unpleasant sensations.”

Chorny Stanislav Vladimirovich, orthopedic dentist, work experience more than 16 years

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During the period of getting used to the prosthesis, you need to wear it constantly, without removing it while eating and sleeping. You should not use it in case of acute pain - it is better to consult a doctor to correct the design.

It is important to understand that any removable denture, especially if it is installed for the first time, will require regular correction. The gums sag along with the bone tissue, the position of the joint changes, the bite is adjusted - all this will lead to the fact that the prosthesis will seem uncomfortable. One visit to the doctor and the position of the device will change - you will become more comfortable. Remember this and do not ignore your doctor's recommendations.

Features of application

To properly clean a removable denture with Protefix tablets, you must adhere to some rules:

• Cleaning of the product should be done outside the oral cavity, in a glass specially designated for this procedure,
• It is necessary to lower the product into the solution immediately after placing the tablet, since it is at the moment of its dissolution that an active release of oxygen occurs,
• It is not recommended to keep the structure in the solution for longer than the time specified in the instructions, since the active components of the mixture can contribute to the appearance of microdamages on the plastic,
• The tablet must be used immediately after opening the blister, since storing it outside of a sealed package can trigger a number of chemical reactions with air and loss of cleaning properties.

In addition, if the drug has expired, it is better to dispose of it. Although it does not accumulate toxic compounds, the quality of cleaning is significantly reduced.

How to restore diction

To restore diction, it is recommended to speak as much as possible: read books, pronounce tongue twisters, while holding one or more sweets in your mouth (without sugar! For example, Sula with mint or sea buckthorn).
15-20 minutes, several times a day. The duration of the course is the first 1.5-2 weeks after prosthetics. Tongue twisters for restoring diction after removable prosthetics

What hygiene products can be used

Hygiene products for the care of removable dentures

Features of cleansing tablets

Acrylic dentures seem durable and invulnerable. But this impression is deceptive. Artificial teeth do not have nerves, so they do not hurt like natural teeth. But if you don’t care for them properly, they will quickly deteriorate and last only a short time.

Available in two packages: 32 and 66 pieces

Protefix tablets are a highly effective cleaner designed to remove plaque from dentures. Regular toothbrushes and toothpastes, which do not penetrate hard-to-reach places, cannot cope with this task. A plaque remains there, gradually turning into stone. It is possible to keep the structure perfectly clean only thanks to special cleaning agents. Protefix tablets for dentures have the following effect on artificial teeth:

• Remains of food, plaque and stone are efficiently removed from the surface;
• They have a disinfecting effect, destroy microbes and prevent their reproduction;
• Whiten artificial teeth that have become darkened due to smoking or eating food with a large amount of natural or artificial dyes;
• Eliminate unpleasant odors and provide fresh breath;
• Active oxygen in the composition of the drug reliably and carefully cleans the structure, preventing its mechanical damage.

Protefix tablets are used to prepare cleaning solutions. They should be diluted in water, but should not be dissolved or swallowed, as the chemicals they contain cause burns to the mucous membrane.

The tablets can be used only if the mucous membrane is healthy and there is no damage to it. Externally, they are quite large white pills with a menthol aroma. They contain the following substances:

• Active oxygen;
• Sodium luryl sulfate;
• Sodium perborate;
• Bicarbonate of soda;
• Potassium caroate;
• Lemon acid;
• Indigo carmine;
• Flavors.

What to do if the prosthesis rubs and does not fit well

• use ointments (Solcoseryl, Metrogyl Denta) or sea buckthorn oil. Apply the oil to the gums for a maximum of 20 minutes after eating and cleaning the denture 3-4 times a day,
• It is forbidden to sharpen dentures yourself, after which you can simply throw it away,
• If there is acute and constant pain caused by rubbing of the structure, you should consult a doctor for correction. 2-3 hours before the visit, the denture should be in the mouth so that the reason why the structure is rubbing becomes visible.

If the device is not fastened well, then you should contact your attending physician - an orthopedic dentist. If the correction does not help, you will have to use special fixation creams: Protefix, Corega, Lacalut Dent. Choose the one that suits you - according to taste, consistency, fixation time. Try different options and choose the best one.

Packing and storage

Experts recommend using the drug at least twice a day: in the morning before breakfast and in the evening after dinner. Due to its significant consumption, it is produced in large packages - 32 or 66 tablets. To prevent them from getting damp and sticking together, they are placed in foil blisters.

The shelf life of the drug is 3 years. The tablets smell nice and can be easily taken out of the package, so keep the product out of the reach of children. The drug cannot be removed from the blister for a long time, as its cleaning components quickly react with air. After this, the pills foam poorly and lose their beneficial properties.

When the expiration date expires, the drug should not be used. The tablets do not become toxic, but no longer effectively clean the dental structure.

Protefix cleansers belong to the middle price category. They cannot be called too expensive, although you can buy cheaper drugs. In the Russian pharmacy chain, the price of a package containing 32 tablets averages 140-180 rubles. A box of 66 pills will cost the consumer from 290 to 320 rubles. The exact cost of the product depends on the region of sale and the pricing policy of the pharmacy.

Often, medicines and hygiene products are much cheaper if you buy them through online resources. Many pharmacies that sell online have pick-up points in various cities, which allows you to save on your purchase.

The production and installation of removable dentures takes a lot of time, the cost of the structures is high, and only proper care can extend their service life. Protefix cleansers prevent the appearance of bad breath, microbial plaque on plastic surfaces or gums, as well as the occurrence of various diseases of the mucous membrane that appear due to poor hygiene. In order not to harm your health and prosthesis, you must strictly follow the instructions for use of Protefix.

How to eat after installing structures

If the prosthesis is made of comfortable materials, if it suits you, then you will be able to eat well right away. Restrictions occur when little time has passed after the removal of living teeth, when you initially had gum inflammation. In such situations, pressure causes pain; you need to limit the chewing load to avoid discomfort and allow the gums to recover.

In general, during adaptation it is advisable to adhere to the following recommendations:

• give preference to soft and warm foods, exclude viscous foods,
• you need to chew carefully and thoroughly, cut food into small pieces,
• It is better to chew food on the side where the process does not cause pain,
• You should refrain from biting food with your front teeth.

After adaptation, when the prosthesis no longer causes pain, you can return to your usual diet. But you should exclude foods that are too hard, viscous, sticky, excessively hot and cold (drinks and soups should be warm, ice cream should be kept a little at room temperature).

How to clean dentures and remaining teeth

You need to brush your teeth exactly as you are used to: in the morning, in the evening and after every meal. But as for prosthetics, the recommendations will be as follows:

Daily care

• clean the structure in the morning and evening with a soft toothbrush using toothpaste without abrasives or regular soap (preferably baby soap). Pay special attention to the internal area that is in contact with the gum,
• Soak the denture daily in a solution of citric acid (1 teaspoon per 150 ml of warm water): soak it for 10 minutes to disinfect and loosen plaque. Carry out the procedure before brushing your teeth 2 times a day. Afterwards, rinse thoroughly with water. Change the solution every 3-5 days,
• after each meal, the structure is removed and thoroughly rinsed under running water,
• Additionally, you can use an irrigator, which will clean the microscopic gaps between the crowns of the structure,
• Be careful when brushing your teeth, especially if there are small parts - hooks, clasps, so as not to damage them.

Periodic care

• soak in a disinfectant solution - for this you need to purchase special tablets for removable dentures (Protefix, Corega, Lacalut Dent). Use up to 3 times a week while maintaining daily hygiene. Use according to instructions (keep in solution for 15-20 minutes),
• use products that suppress the activity of oral microflora (especially important several years after the installation of dentures, since more plaque accumulates on them). For example, “Tantum Verde” (spray, lozenges) - relieve inflammation and tension, freshen breath.

Modern equipment - ultrasonic sterilizers - can be used to disinfect dentures. They allow you to achieve ideal cleanliness of artificial teeth at home, cleaning them from bacteria and plaque. These devices can also be used to disinfect any other items - toothbrushes, baby bottles, etc.

Use of the drug and instructions for use

The tablets should be used in accordance with the Protefix instructions. It is simple and convenient, so it does not cause difficulties:

• The denture is cleaned with toothpaste and a brush;
• Pour ½ cup of warm boiled water;
• Dissolve 1 tablet in it;
• Dip the prosthesis into the solution and keep it in it for 10-15 minutes;
• Remove and wash in plenty of running water.

There are nuances that allow you to achieve better cleansing. When the tablet is placed in water, it begins to foam, so the product dissolves quickly. The prosthesis should be immersed in the liquid at the moment of dissolution so that bubbles of active oxygen have time to settle on it. After the set time, the product is removed from the solution and washed thoroughly under the tap. After this, the prosthesis acquires a pleasant menthol aroma.

Photo of the original instructions for use

The manufacturer notes that the product is completely safe for the human body. There are no side effects when using it. But for some people, the components in the tablet may cause allergies. The following symptoms appear:

1. Rash on the mucous membrane in places that come into contact with the cleaned prosthesis. Sometimes it may appear on the skin.
2. Irritation and itching.
3. In especially severe cases, life-threatening conditions can develop - Quincke's edema and anaphylactic shock.

Often, allergies are caused not by the components themselves, but by the dyes and aromatic additives in the drug. At the first signs of intolerance, the tablets should be replaced with analogues.

A negative reaction can also occur due to poor cleaning of the prosthesis, so before using the product you should carefully read the instructions for Protefix Aktiv Reiniger and strictly follow them. When cleaning, you must adhere to the instructions for use and leave the product in the solution for the specified time. Do not use tablets that have expired. The following conditions must also be observed:

• The denture can be cleaned by removing it from the mouth;
• Do not rinse the mouth with the prepared solution;
• For the procedure, you need to allocate a separate glass;
• After removal from the solution, the structure should be thoroughly rinsed.

Do I need to remove dentures at night?

Modern “removers” can be worn constantly and it is not necessary to remove them at night – especially during the first 2-3 weeks, while adaptation to the designs occurs. However, outside the oral cavity, dentures with a plastic base should NOT be placed in a humid environment, since favorable conditions are created for the development and growth of pathogenic microflora. This can lead to bleeding and gum inflammation.

If there are metal elements, the prosthesis must also not be stored in tap water, especially chlorinated water - this can lead to metal corrosion.

For storage and transportation, it is necessary to use specially designed protective ventilated boxes/cases in which the prosthesis will be kept clean and dry.

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Is it possible to whiten dentures?

If hygiene is insufficient, dentures may change their shade. But, unfortunately, it is impossible to bleach it to its original state, especially if a lot of plaque has accumulated and the coloring pigments have penetrated deep into the pores of the material. The doctor can perform polishing - the prosthesis will be smoother, its top layer will be a little ground off, so the structure will be visually lighter. At home, you can try using special whitening tablets (for example, Corega), but you should not overuse them - they can damage the prosthesis materials.

How to know when it’s time to change your dentures

It is recommended to change dentures every 3-5 years or 5-7 years (depending on the material and type of construction).

When using removable dentures, the load from chewing food on bone tissue is only insignificant, which is fraught with its gradual resorption. The jawbone decreases in size, and not always evenly. This process takes from six months to several years and leads to a discrepancy between the shape of the prosthesis and the relief of the gums - the prosthesis is less secure and becomes less stable. This means relocation (if possible) or complete replacement of the structure is required.

In addition, materials wear out over time under the influence of saliva, nicotine, food irritants, and mechanical stress. Cracks appear on the structure, the surface becomes less smooth, which contributes to the accumulation of a large amount of plaque. If you have chosen crowns made of plastic (namely, they are in most cases used in removable orthopedic devices), it is worth considering that they wear down quite quickly, so after about 2-3 years the bite changes, which can affect the condition of the joint and the process of normal chewing food.

Review of the Protefix brand: how tablets help clean removable dentures

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1. Arsenal of Protefix products
2. Release form and packaging of the drug
3. Features of the cleaning composition
4. How effective is the drug?
5. Instructions for using tablets
6. Features of application
7. Safety precautions when using tablets
8. How much do Protefix tablets cost?

Question for a specialist
No matter how high the quality of the material and production of removable dental structures, without careful care they quickly wear out and require replacement. Protefix (“Protefix”) are tablets that are specially created by the company of the same name to extend the life of dentures. Thanks to their special formula, removable products will retain their original shape and appearance longer.