Care for clasp dentures

Hygiene of the oral cavity is very important.Elementary procedures are needed not only to provide a beautiful smile, but also to maintain the health of internal organs.Caries, other diseases contribute to the destruction of teeth, the appearance of problems with the digestive organs, as the functioning of the entire system is disrupted.If there are prostheses, then one of them will not be able to be cleaned.Special procedures are required, the use of specific drugs, not just dental floss and rinse.

As a whole, the basic principles of care for all such structures are identical, but clasp dentures require special attention.They are quite expensive, so additional care justifies itself, it's better to spend a little more time than then much more money.

Clasp prosthesis

The mounting methods are different.Used clasps, special hooks, inconspicuous micro-locks.Now also began to use telescopic crowns, it is quite expensive, but, as experts say, the most reliable type of fixing of clasp prostheses.If there is also periodontal disease, splinting is used.

Advantages of the denture prosthesis

The advantages of such products:

• aesthetics .Clammers are noticeable with a smile, but there are practically no micro-locks.Clasp dentures now very rarely include clasps, and micro-locks are becoming more miniature;
• , unlike many other prostheses, the chewing load is distributed evenly, which makes it comfortable to wear;
• dentures need to be changed every 7-10 years .For such products this is a long service life.Usually, acrylic designs must be changed every 5 years;
• This prosthesis is much more convenient than ceramic, plastic or acrylic.The metal frame is lighter and thinner, so it does not take up so much space, does not constrain the patient.This, in turn, allows you to retain diction, taste sensations;
• metal is a durable material, therefore the risk of damage to such a structure is minimal.
  

  Life of clasp dentures about 10 years

The disadvantages of the same can be attributed to the high cost of construction, long production time.

Patients naturally raise the question if clasp prostheses are so expensive, care for them will also cost a substantial amount or there is a way to save money.Dentists say that for the main care there will be enough toothbrush, paste, special equipment and water.But you need to comply with certain specific rules, including the rules of wearing.

General principles of care

What is care for clasp dentures?There are two basic principles that must be observed rigorously.Cleaning is necessary daily, it is better to remove the contamination after each meal.Also the permissible frequency of hygienic procedures: two times a day.And also it is necessary to observe the rules of wearing such prostheses.

How to care for clasp dentures and how to clean them? The main principle of the is the regularity, the cleaning procedure can not be neglected, because for a day a different raid accumulates on the structure, the product is contaminated.Penetration of bacteria is fraught with the appearance of an unpleasant odor.It is also possible, with insufficient attention to the prosthesis, the development of inflammatory diseases.Do not forget that artificial teeth also need care, require care.

It is necessary to clear the structure before going to bed, the amount of saliva released decreases, so the risk of bacteria penetration increases.Many patients argue that when installing clasp prostheses at night can dry in the mouth, so you should not neglect this hygiene rule.

Basic care rules:

Denture cleaning tablets LACALUT

• cleaning is performed with a toothbrush and paste.It is necessary to remove all deposits, all impurities;
• should try to find time and after each meal rinse your mouth with water.Even better, if you use a special rinse, containing various additives that provide antibacterial action;
• at least once a day should be used for care intended for cleaning such prosthetic paste, funds that are sold in specialized stores.Patients respond well to tablets for disinfection.They are quite cheap, easy to use.The most famous manufacturers of such products are the brands Korega, Lakalyut .Tablets quickly dissolve in boiled water.The prosthesis in the container with the solution should be placed for half an hour, hour.If there is a large coating, serious pollution, you can soak the structure for the night.The composition of tablets includes active components, they penetrate even the most difficult places, provide thorough cleansing;
• abrasive products are best avoided by , they can damage the surface of the product;
• once a year, it is necessary to refer the prosthesis to a special cleaning to the specialist .It may be necessary and additional restoration of the product, which is made only in the laboratory.Artificial teeth will be thoroughly cleaned, the specialist will adjust the angle of the arc, check the tightness of the fit, close the cracks.The prosthesis will become more convenient to use after such a procedure.Its cost is quite small, but it may take several days for it to be held.

What to look for when taking care of a prosthesis

Many patients have the question of how to care for the clasp prosthesis on locks.The arc and locks are made of metal.To care for them, it is better to buy a soft brush with a moving head.Its application will allow for more thorough cleaning of even the most inaccessible places.If joints are available, this is possible if the arc consists of several parts, and if there are locks, these elements should be better not to be machined.There may appear spots, the surface of metal sections often in such cases is darker.It is difficult to restore the original color.

A clasp prosthesis need not be removed at night, and in the first few weeks after installation of the design it is generally forbidden to do

Do I need to remove the clasp prosthesis for the night?Dentists say that this is not necessary.Moreover, in the first few weeks after installation of the design it is generally forbidden to do.During this period, getting used to, the constant removal of the device can lead to a prolongation of this process.

The design is designed for long-term wearing and even the most thorough care does not guarantee 100% removal of all contaminants.Specialists recommend additional means for care.For example, ultrasonic baths.They are very simple to use.The design is simply placed in a container.The mechanism works from electricity.The bath is filled with water, then in the tank fluid oscillations are created, which contribute to thorough cleaning.This is an excellent substitute for disinfectants, if they are not allergic.

As can be seen from the above rules, care is simple enough, does not take much time.The main thing is to clean regularly.Patients who have only recently installed a prosthesis may have questions about the removal of the prosthesis.How to remove clasp prosthesis on locks on video, in special educational brochures, the attending physician will show.

To the dentist, you can always seek clarification if you have any questions about the principles of product care.If consultation is necessary, the attending physician will provide it.It is important to immediately decide how to look after the structures to ensure a long service life.