If your denture begins to rub or dig into your gums and cause discomfort, we understand your first instinct may be to remove or stop wearing the denture as you usually would. If you do start to notice any pain or discomfort, it’s important you come in for a quick checkup/adjustment as soon as possible.
While it may be difficult, we recommend that you wear the denture for at least a few hours before coming in to see us for your appointment. That way, your prosthetist can see exactly where the denture is rubbing and why.
If your denture isn’t comfortable, it’s important to come see us as soon as you can – particularly if you have chosen not to wear it in the meantime. In some cases, choosing not to wear your denture at all for an extended period of time can be problematic, as your gums and remaining teeth can shift and change subtly over time (causing the denture not to fit properly, or at all). Wearing your denture frequently/consistently helps to limit the amount of movement of your gums and teeth and keep the denture fitting well.