If you have or have ever worn dentures then you know that after some time in your mouth gaps or spaces can form between the dentures and the base on your gums. You can fix these periodic gaps with adhesives which can help enhance the bond between the plane of a denture and the underlying tissues upon which the false teeth rest.
It is important to keep in mind that for support larger the denture flanges will result to a better hold. Denture flanges is the piece of the denture that extends into the space between the cheeks and teeth better known as the vestibules. Stability is the principle that deals with slipping. It describes how well the denture base is kept from moving. The stability of the denture also prevents it from sliding back and forth and from side to side. The third principle, retention, is the principle that explains how well dentures are held in place from moving vertically. The better the fit of the interior face of the denture base, the better the retention.
The popular type of adhesive is the thin paste adhesives. These are preferred over powder adhesives simply because the thin past is already in a fluid form and is easier to manage and better for accurate application. However, there is nothing wrong with the powders, some would prefer powder types, it all depends on whichever works best for the individual. Both have similar adhesion capabilities.
The frequency of adhesive applications varies and depends on the person. Each individual will have to experiment and find the right amount of adhesives and how often to apply that works for them. Some people like to apply adhesives for extra support just before a meal while others are fine with a single application and function adequately all day with only one application. Regardless of how often or how much adhesive you use, you should keep in mind that dentures and areas of the mouth in contact with the adhesive should be cleaned of all adhesives material at least once a day. In addition, after cleaning and rinsing the dentures and mouth, the dentures should be left out of the mouth for at least an hour each day.
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