Recipe for Making an At-Home Denture Cleanser

Clean dentures regularly to keep them white.

Commercial denture cleansers can be costly, and many of them have mysterious ingredients. Using a homemade denture cleanser erases all of your concerns since you control the products that go into it and the price. As a bonus, you can get rid of the unsightly stains from nicotine, food, soda, tea and coffee and sanitize your dentures. The ingredients for a safe homemade denture cleanser suitable for everyday use can be found in your kitchen pantry.

Things You'll Need

• Cup or glass bowl
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Vinegar
• Denture brush or soft toothbrush
• Denture-safe toothpaste

Instructions

1. Put the teaspoon of baking soda into a clean glass or bowl.

2. Place the dentures carefully into the glass or bowl.

3. 

   Vinegar is a natural cleaner.

   Add enough vinegar to fully cover the dentures. Do this slowly to avoid the liquid sloshing and making a mess.

4. Place the cup in a safe place, and let it sit overnight.

5. Remove the dentures, and rinse them under a stream of warm water for two minutes.

6. Brush the dentures as you normally do with a denture brush or a soft toothbrush. Do this in a circular motion once you apply the toothpaste to the brush. Brush the outside of the dentures and the inside area that sits against your gums.

Tips & Warnings

• Dentures can be slippery. Carry them in a cup or another vessel to avoid dropping them.

• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling dentures to avoid spreading germs. Use disposable gloves if you prefer.

• Rinse your dentures after each meal to keep them clean, and brush them three times a day.

• Before putting your dentures back in your mouth, brush your gums and tongue.

• Dentures with metal parts need to be cleaned with caution, as cleansers can soften or corrode the denture material. Never oversoak dentures with metal.

References

• Dental Care & Oral Hygiene; Dr. Vijay Tare
• Dental Gentle Care: Denture Home Care