If your dentures do not fit properly, then you may be at risk for a host of oral problems. Not only can ill-fitting full dentures cause problems, but so can improperly fitting partial dentures, and bridges. Your prosthodontist in Chicago may explain why the following factors may lead to ill-fitting dentures.
Weight Changes
Gaining or losing more than a few pounds can make your dentures too tight or too loose. This can cause pain and friction sores on your gum tissue. If your weight changes, your prosthodontist in Chicago may advise you to get your dentures relined.
Your dentist will also recommend that you stop wearing your dentures until they have been relined. Wearing tight dentures may cause wounds that have the potential to become infected. Dentures that are loose-fitting may slide out of place, which can cause chewing problems and choking.
DJD
Degenerative joint disease, also known as DJD, can cause destruction and deformities of your bones and joints, including your jawbones and the other bones inside your mouth.
Degenerative joint disease may cause your dental appliances to feel tight, and wearing your dentures if your have DJD may be painful, and it may further damage your jawbone. If the shape of your jawbone has been altered as a result of degenerative joint disease, you may need to have new dentures made by the dental lab. To make a dental appointment, consult Chicago Dental Solutions or visit the website.
