Why Won’t Your Lower Dentures Stay in Place?

Dentures have helped millions of people return to a complete smile once again. They boost your confidence with a full set of pearly whites and allow you to speak and eat with ease. However, if your lower dentures begin to slip out of place on a regular basis, it can take the joy away from wearing your prosthetic. Read on to learn why they may be loose and tips on how to secure them.

Possible Reasons for Lower Denture Slippage

While many think loose dentures mostly occur with the upper set of prosthetics, it is more common for lower dentures. Since they do not adhere to a large, stationary surface, they are more likely to cause problems with slipping out of place. Lower denture shifting can be caused by:  

Unaligned Denture Teeth

While most bottom dentures are made to be stable and functional, they still may need a bit of adhesive for extra security. However, if a patient wants their dentures to be set in front of the ridge, it can compromise how well their prosthetic will fit, even with adhesive. Whether it’s to make their lips look fuller or just because that’s their preference, seating the denture in this area will come at the expense of function. You will have more trouble eating or speaking without it moving.

A Negative Ridge

Lower dentures are more likely to stay in place with good bone height and width. They will fit even better if the relevant ridge is U-shaped. Unfortunately, some patients have had deterioration of their jawbone due to tooth loss, which impacts how well a lower denture can fit. A negative ridge will have trouble properly supporting a denture and as a result, will feel loose much of the time.

How Can You Secure Your Lower Dentures?

No matter the cause, there are still ways to help your lower denture fit more securely. Here are some helpful tips:

• Apply Denture Adhesive: Using a denture adhesive is very likely to help keep a bottom denture in place. By placing three small dots on the prosthetic before placing it in the mouth, there should be more stability than ever.
• Practice and Train: As with most things in life, practice is essential to success. By training the face and tongue muscles to adjust to using dentures, the prosthetic can remain firmly in place. With slight alterations in eating and speaking habits, the mouth can begin to easily accommodate the oral appliance.
• Consider Implant Dentures: Implant Dentures are the way to go for a more consistent and stable smile. By attaching the prosthetic to biocompatible steel posts that are inserted into the jaw, the denture will remain firmly in place.

Your complete smile with dentures should be comfortable and stable. By implementing these helpful tips and visiting your dentist for extra assistance, you can count on your lower prosthetic to stay in place.

About the Practice

Edgewood Dental keeps the smiles of Michigan City whole, healthy, and beautiful through the expertise of its team of dentists. With a focus on providing high-quality dentistry with a gentle touch, they provide a range of services, including restorative care. Using advanced dental technology and personalized plans, they can assist you with any denture issues. To schedule an appointment, contact them through their website or call (219) 898-4545.