Why do I have some difficulty in removing the denture?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am new to dentures. I have been wearing it for approximately two months. When I take my dentures off, the Fixodent makes it difficult to remove and it tears my gums. I wanted to know if there is anything I can use to aid in the removal so that it is not so difficult, time-consuming, or painful to my gums.

Please help.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern regarding your dental health while eating with dentures. First of all, I would like to tell you that you will face a little bit of difficulty while wearing and replacing the denture as you are new to it. It will take time for your gum tissue to firm up and accommodate the hard plastic of dentures. As you get problems with Fixodent, stop using it.

I suggest Fixon powder (Carboxy methylcellulose) as an alternative to Fixodent denture adhesive cream. Consult your specialist doctor, and discuss with him about my suggestion. If you do not find any improvement after using Fixon, then consult your dentist for a clinical examination of your oral cavity. Keep cleaning your dentures and maintain hygiene every day.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.