Tooth powder - subtleties of use for dentures

How cleaning solutions work

The main task of denture cleaning tablets is to kill the negative microflora that has got on the product and prepare it for further safe use. This is what all manufacturers without exception focus on.

The second task of the product is to protect the structure from damage, corrosion and other adverse mechanical and chemical influences, because it has to deal with different environments: both alkaline and acidic.

The third task is aesthetic. Since dentures replace living teeth, they must not only chew food efficiently, but also give their owner a beautiful appearance in the smile area. Therefore, cleaning products use components that preserve the whiteness of crowns.

How to clean dentures

Before using this or that product, you need to study the instructions for its use and composition. An orthopedist will help you choose the right tablets to care for your dentures. However, it is important to follow three basic rules that apply to any dental product: it should not cause allergies, a separate glass (or other container) should be used for cleaning, and structures should be cleaned on an ongoing basis.

Most often, the set of actions when using tablet cleaners is approximately the same for all manufacturers. Let's take a closer look at it:

• Dissolve the number of tablets indicated in the instructions in warm water until the sediment disappears,
• immerse the removable dentures in this solution for the specified time (usually 15-20 minutes, but may be less), while the products should not be disturbed and the water should not be stirred,
• After the specified time, the dentures should be removed and washed under warm running water and dried with paper towels or napkins. In some cases, manufacturers recommend treating removable jaws with toothbrushes immediately after soaking to remove any remaining product.

Attention! If, after processing, any defects, chips, scratches or other damage are noticeable on the product, then it is better not to use it and urgently contact an orthopedist.

Rules of use - follow and enjoy!

Initially, the denture should be cleaned mechanically (with a toothbrush). Dental floss will help remove food debris.

Read also: How to clean dentures at home

Chemical cleaning is carried out as follows:

• you need to prepare half a glass of boiled water (room temperature);
• Place one tablet in a glass of water and wait for it to dissolve;
• Place the prosthesis in the prepared solution and leave it for 20 minutes;
• when performing an evening procedure, removable teeth can be placed in the solution until the morning;
• after disinfection in the solution, be sure to rinse the prosthesis well with water, otherwise irritation may appear on the mucous membrane;
• Dry the structure well with a napkin.

Cleaning the prosthesis must be done in the morning and evening every day. Only then can a positive effect be achieved and the appearance of the structure preserved for many years.

What are cleaning tablets made of?

Different manufacturers develop their own, so the composition of tablets from different companies will vary. Here is a list of components most often found in cleaners:

• bleaches: the most common are sodium perborate and potassium monopersulfate, which are both a disinfectant and a bleaching agent,
• acids: for example, ethylenediaminetetraacetic or citric. They enhance the effect of other components and at the same time perform a disinfecting and whitening function,
• carbonates: used in effervescent products to speed up the dissolution of the tablet,
• flavorings: most often peppermint oil. Needed to deodorize the product so that the patient feels comfortable wearing it,
• dyes: organic compounds that give a bluish color are most often used. It saturates the surface of the crowns, which is why they appear snow-white,
• proteolytic enzymes: needed to protect the structure from the destructive effects of bacteria, especially fungal microorganisms,
• active oxygen: used by manufacturers to combat viruses, bacteria and fungal organisms.

Indications for use of tablets

So, let us remind you once again that tablet preparations for the hygiene of removable dentures are needed to disinfect the product, and therefore are suitable for anyone who has any problems with soft tissues in the oral cavity. Some designs can rub or injure the mucous membrane, so it is important to keep the product clean so that it does not become a source of infection.

In addition, coloring products (coffee, tea, wine), as well as tobacco smoke, change the color of artificial crowns, so the use of cleaning tablets is recommended for anyone who smokes or eats food with coloring pigments.

The use of cleaning products whitens and deodorizes the prosthesis, so they are recommended for those who wear the device constantly or work with people.

Important! Hygiene of removable dentures can be carried out not only with the help of tablet preparations, but with the help of special foams, gels, pastes, and rinses. But they do not replace the above remedy, since their actions are different.

Proper care - long service life

Prosthetics are made using high-quality materials. Their surface is well polished, but still it remains highly susceptible to external influences.

As before, bacterial plaque may form on the surface of the structure due to food particles getting into hard-to-reach areas.

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Food dyes can ruin the appearance of artificial teeth, giving them an unnatural color. In the first thirty minutes of wearing the structure, a salivary membrane forms on it. All this provokes the formation of mineralized deposits. The microflora of the oral cavity is disrupted and irritation of the mucous membrane occurs, which leads to inflammatory processes.

To effectively care for artificial dentures, the necessary attention should be paid to this process. Dentists recommend combining two methods of cleansing:

1. Mechanical . Cleansing with a regular toothbrush.
2. Chemical . Additional cleansing using special products.

Removable dentures need regular cleaning, preferably after every meal. You will need to remove the structure in order to rinse it well with warm water. True, high-quality disinfection in this case will not be possible.

That is why it is recommended to resort to chemical cleaning. The pharmaceutical market currently offers a large number of special products for dentures, including cleaning tablets, which are characterized by a unique chemical composition, due to which they perform several important functions at once. Includes:

1. Oxidizing agents, chelates, detergents . The substances have a detrimental effect on pathogenic microflora, preventing the occurrence of corrosion on the prosthesis.
2. Proteolytic enzymes . Responsible for breaking down food debris.
3. Special additives are responsible for fresh breath .

Side effects after use

It is important to remember that violating the instructions for using the tablets will lead to undesirable consequences. If you do not observe the time period for keeping the product in the cleaning solution, its components may damage the prosthesis. It is also important to wash the product very thoroughly after cleansing, because remaining components on it can cause allergic reactions or burns to the mucous membrane.

Attention! Solutions obtained from tablets are strictly prohibited from being taken orally or rinsed in the mouth. You should also not wear unwashed dentures or use the solution several times in a row without stopping.

General advice for all drugs

For daily cleaning with a special solution, you will need 1 tablet of cleaning product and 1 glass of warm water.

The waiting time varies: some manufacturers recommend leaving the denture in a glass with a cleaning solution for twenty minutes, others believe that five is enough.

Regardless of what medications are used, it is necessary to rinse the denture under running water every time. Under no circumstances should the tablets be taken orally, taken into the mouth, or rinse the denture with the solution in the mouth. All cleaning products should be kept out of the reach of small children.

It is recommended to clean your dentures twice every day. If it is not possible to carry out cleaning procedures in the morning, then be sure to do it in the evening. In most cases, it is allowed to leave it in a glass with a cleaning agent overnight.

How to clean dentures at home? In addition to special means, there are also folk remedies that can also help solve this issue.

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Popular brands of tablets

Effervescent tablets Corega ("Corega")

They contain citric acid, potassium monopersulfate, sodium carbonate and perborate, dye, peppermint oil. These easily soluble tablets prolong the life of the product. The active components of the product not only remove bacteria, but also restore the color of the crowns. In addition, the product helps prevent inflammation of soft tissues. Available in blisters of 6 pieces. A box can contain from 30 to 72 tablets. Price – about 250 rubles.

Active cleaner Protefix (“Protefix”)

The main components are sodium bicarbonate and perborate. For comfortable wearing, there are additions of peppermint and mint oils, as well as indigo dye. The manufacturer guarantees complete cleansing of dentures even in the most inaccessible places without side effects. Treatment with a solution of Protefix tablets eliminates bad breath. Sold in packs of 36 and 72 pieces. Price – from 200 rubles.

Cleansing tablets ROCS (“Rox”)

The manufacturers of this product have focused on active oxygen, which does an excellent job of removing stains and cleaning the surfaces of crowns, and antibacterial substances help remove plaque and pathogenic microorganisms both on the prosthesis itself and on the mucous membrane with which it comes into contact. Since there are no phosphates in the product, the solution does not interact in any way with the metal parts of the prosthesis. Presented in packs of 32 pieces. Price – from 230 rubles.

Cleansing tablets LACALUT (“Lakalut”)

The composition includes sodium perborate, bicarbonate, as well as sulfates, citric acid and menthol oil. They contain a dye, which allows you to whiten artificial crowns and protect them from possible pigmentation. In addition, the concentrate quickly dissolves organic plaque and disinfects the surface. Available in packs of 32 pieces. Price – from 350 rubles.

Tablets for cleaning removable jaws Dentipur (“Dentipure”)

The tablets are effervescent, so they dissolve well in liquid, effectively remove plaque and break down food debris, so the final rinse will simply remove lingering particles. The whitening component of the tablets allows you to maintain the aesthetic appeal and cleanliness of the structure for several hours. The package contains 30 pieces. Cost – from 270 rubles.

Fittydent product

Designed for diluting disinfectant solution for full and partial removable orthopedic structures. The innovative formula helps to remove all residual adhesive that does not dissolve in water, making Fittydent tablets unique. In addition, they also contain a whitening agent and fragrances that give freshness to your breath.

Before immersing the structure in the solution, manufacturers recommend pre-cleaning it with a special brush under tap water. Available in packs of 32 pieces. The price starts from 300 rubles.

Folk remedies

To clean the prosthesis, you can use folk remedies that have been proven over the years. They will cope perfectly with contamination if there are no special preparations or other cleaning compounds at home.

An orthopedic product can be processed in the following ways:

1. Take equal volumes of acetic acid and water , mix the liquids, and immerse the prosthesis in the solution overnight.
   In the morning, rinse the product well with warm (not hot!) water and brush with toothpaste. This method will help eliminate bacteria from the surface of the structure, but it is not recommended to use it often. It is enough to carry out this treatment once a month.
2. Citric acid or lemon will help lighten the artificial units and kill bacterial deposits.
   To do this, squeeze the juice from 1/4 of the citrus into powder and apply the mixture to the structure, leaving it for 15-20 minutes. After this time, it must be washed with water and treated with a brush.
3. If the regular rinse aid is diluted a little with water (lemon juice), then the orthopedic product can be immersed in the mixture overnight.
4. Brushing with baking soda will help keep false teeth white or remove stains. The alkaline environment of the composition reduces the ability of bacteria to reproduce.

Important! It is not recommended to use hydrogen peroxide to clean the denture. The product can damage the structure with its aggressive action.

Price of tablets for cleaning dentures

It is no secret that price sometimes becomes the factor that speaks in favor of choosing one or another product. Therefore, to make a decision, it is important to conduct a comparative analysis of the prices of tablets. Despite the fact that we indicated the cost above, it will be more convenient to make a comparison in general terms - see the final table: