{"id":79,"date":"2023-12-13T23:53:19","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T23:53:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yorksmilecare.com\/blog\/?p=79"},"modified":"2024-01-16T23:53:33","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T23:53:33","slug":"dentures-smell-bad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yorksmilecare.com\/blog\/2023\/12\/13\/dentures-smell-bad\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Your Artificial Teeth Less Than Fresh? Here\u2019s Why Your Dentures Might Smell Bad"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There have been quite a few advancements in denture technology since George Washington wore teeth made from ivory. Modern dentures<\/a> are incredibly lifelike and should fit so comfortably that you might forget that they\u2019re there. However, dentures still require a proper hygiene routine to stay beautiful and work well, and they can develop an unpleasant odor or lead to other oral health issues if they are not cared for sufficiently. Here are a few reasons why your dentures might not smell so great and what you can do to keep them pretty and fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Can Dentures Develop a Foul Odor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While dentures are immune to tooth decay, they still provide ample surface area that can trap food debris and shelter the harmful oral bacteria that cause cavities, gum disease, and other oral infections. Plaque and food particles can get stuck between the artificial teeth, and a denture\u2019s base is made out of acrylic, a material full of many tiny holes that can protect bacterial colonies. The human brain is programmed to find the smell of infectious bacteria and decaying food to be foul, so neglecting to clean your dentures sufficiently can leave them with an unpleasant odor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can I Clean My Dentures Properly?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, a proper cleaning routine can keep your dentures fresh and infectious bacteria at bay. Some excellent denture habits include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n