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As you likely know, dentures<\/a> act as false teeth. They thus let you smile, chew food, and speak clearly. You might think, then, that cleaning dentures while they\u2019re in your mouth is okay. After all, they act like natural teeth in so many other ways; why not this one? The truth, though, is that an in-mouth brushing won\u2019t do you much good. You\u2019d be better off following the suggestions of your Granger dentist. That said, here\u2019s why you shouldn\u2019t brush dentures in your mouth and some alternate cleaning tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t (Just) Brush Dentures in Your Mouth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Of course, you technically *can* brush dentures while they\u2019re in your mouth. With a soft-bristled toothbrush and the right toothpaste, doing so wouldn\u2019t harm your false teeth. The process could even get rid of some bacteria and plaque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The issue is that cleaning dentures this way isn\u2019t thorough enough. To properly cleanse all their surfaces, you\u2019d have to remove them. Otherwise, areas your toothbrush can\u2019t reach would suffer bacteria buildup. Left unchecked, this bacterial growth would lead to bad breath, gum disease, and worse conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Given this fact, it\u2019s easier and faster to remove your dentures for cleaning. In fact, good cleans involve removing them twice daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good Denture Cleaning Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To ensure your false teeth get an effective clean, you\u2019ll want to have some good tips on hand. Follow the ones below so the next cleaning goes well:<\/p>\n\n\n\n