denture problems

Holiday Denture Problems

December 7, 2021 by Vernon Denture Clinic

During the holiday season, many denture wearers put their teeth to the test with plenty of eating, drinking, and socializing.

*Taking care of your teeth over the holidays will help you keep your focus on family and festivities, not an avoidable denture problem*

Here are some ways to avoid the most common causes of holiday-related denture chips and breaks. And if the worst happens, we’ve got some tips for how to survive until the problem can be fixed.

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Adjusting to the “New Normal”

May 13, 2020 by Vernon Denture Clinic

*Diligent hand hygiene, social distancing, symptom checks, and face masks are some of the new realities of life with COVID-19*

In March 2020, our clinic and many other businesses temporarily closed due to COVID-19.

When we closed, some of our patients were forced to delay or pause treatment. Since closing, other patients have been unable to resolve various denture-related problems.

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Why Is My Lower Denture Loose?

March 16, 2020 by Vernon Denture Clinic

*Complete lower dentures possess some unique characteristics to which denture wearers must adapt*

One of the most common complaints we hear from patients is that their complete lower denture is loose. What leads to issues with comfort, looseness, and reliability of a complete lower denture? And what can be done to improve things?

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How long will my denture last?

March 9, 2020 by Vernon Denture Clinic

*A new denture is a big investment in your health – and one that will need to be made periodically*

One of the most frequent questions we are asked is how long will my new denture last. Sadly, a denture will not last forever – 5 to 7 years on average – but perhaps not for the reasons you think.

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