{"id":104,"date":"2024-01-12T17:53:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T17:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spillmanfamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=104"},"modified":"2024-02-26T17:54:26","modified_gmt":"2024-02-26T17:54:26","slug":"five-perils-of-poorly-fitted-dentures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spillmanfamilydental.com\/blog\/2024\/01\/12\/five-perils-of-poorly-fitted-dentures\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Perils of Poorly Fitted Dentures"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spillmanfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_217641444__1706297139_69488.jpg\" alt=\"Older man holding his jaw due to poorly fitted dentures\" class=\"wp-image-105\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spillmanfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_217641444__1706297139_69488.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.spillmanfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_217641444__1706297139_69488-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.spillmanfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_217641444__1706297139_69488-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve experienced a lot of tooth loss, wearing dentures should enhance your daily life, providing comfort, functionality, and confidence. However, when dentures don&#8217;t fit properly, a range of complications can arise. Poorly fitted dentures not only affect your oral health but can also cause systemic health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to learn about the health problems associated with poorly fitted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spillmanfamilydental.com\/dentures.html\">dentures<\/a>, continue reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Oral Sores and Ulcers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Poorly fitted dentures can create friction and pressure points against the delicate tissues of the gums. This continuous irritation may lead to painful oral sores and ulcers, making everyday activities like eating and speaking uncomfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Difficulties Chewing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ill-fitting dentures can compromise your ability to chew food thoroughly, affecting digestion and nutrition. Sometimes, your dentures may slip or become dislodged while eating. This can become challenging and cause much frustration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Gum Infections and Irritation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When dentures don&#8217;t fit snugly, gaps can form between the prosthetic and your gums. These spaces become breeding grounds for bacteria, increasing the risk of gum infections. Persistent irritation may also cause chronic inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can weaken your immune system, worsening these issues as well as inviting others. Gum disease and ill-fitting dentures have both been linked with an increased risk of systemic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and even Alzheimer&#8217;s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Bone Loss and Facial Changes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While dentures can help preserve your jawbone by providing chewing stimulation, dentures that don\u2019t fit properly can accelerate bone loss. Over time, this may lead to changes in facial structure, causing a sunken appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Loss of Confidence<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dentures are more than tools to help you eat again, they&#8217;re replacements and enhancements for your smile. When your prosthetics are causing you grief, it can be much harder to wear them. Even while you are wearing them, if they don\u2019t fit properly, they can cause embarrassment through slippage and slurred speech. A loss of the ability to socialize can be a big blow to your confidence and overall quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pitfalls of poorly fitted dentures are more than simple inconveniences. They can reduce your oral health, comfort, and even how you feel mentally. If you\u2019re experiencing any of these symptoms, reach out to your dentist for a denture consultation. They\u2019ll have expert advice on how to fix them through habits, relining, or other adjustments. With a good dentist helping you, you\u2019ll soon be smiling again without worry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve had sore gums or other complications with poorly fitted dentures, the expert team at Spillman Family Dental of Rockwall is here to help. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spillmanfamilydental.com\/meet-dr-travis-spillman.html\">Dr. Travis Spillman<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spillmanfamilydental.com\/meet-dr-nancy-nguyen.html\">Dr. Nancy Nguyen<\/a> are talented and compassionate dentists who want you to live well with your new smile. They use ultramodern dental technology and proven techniques to get you out of pain and back to a normal life free of worry. Call (972) 945-0887 to schedule a denture consultation, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spillmanfamilydental.com\/\">visit the website<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve experienced a lot of tooth loss, wearing dentures should enhance your daily life, providing comfort, functionality, and confidence. However, when dentures don&#8217;t fit properly, a range of complications can arise. Poorly fitted dentures not only affect your oral health but can also cause systemic health issues. 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