Can you nap with dentures in?

Many questions arise when you get new dentures, so this article answers some of those questions about sleeping with dentures. Here you will get the explanation and answer to some of the questions regarding dentures, such as whether or not you should sleep with them so you can rest easily at night.

Can you sleep with dentures in?
Even though you feel more confident and comfortable with your dentures, you should avoid wearing them to bed.

To give your gums the rest they require at night; you should take out your dentures when you sleep. It’s best to take your partial dentures out while you sleep, even if you wonder if you can sleep with them. Any type of denture can pose problems, so you should always err on the side of caution. In addition, if you do not take out your dentures at night and care for your gums properly, you create a breeding ground for oral bacteria and fungi, which can cause odors and irritation. 

Dentures and Bedtime Care
The question of whether you can wear dentures to bed has been answered, but what should you do while sleeping with them? Bacteria can build up on dentures overnight, which can cause infections. Nevertheless, you still need to take care of your dentures overnight, even though you won’t be sleeping with them.

It is very important to have a good routine for the daily cleaning of dentures in place. Ideally, you should remove the plaque or bacteria from your dentures overnight so that when you put them back in the morning, they are fresh and clean.

Following are the steps you should take when cleaning:

• Cleaning your dentures with a toothbrush
• Soaking your dentures in warm (but not hot) water overnight
• Before putting your dentures back in, rinse them in the morning

Studies have shown that wearing dentures while sleeping results in a higher risk of illnesses such as pneumonia and oral health issues such as gum and tongue plaque and gum inflammation. Therefore, your best bet is to avoid wearing dentures to bed if you can.

Schedule your appointment with a dentist today and get the treatment on time!