“How often should I change my dentures?”

I have patients with 20+ year old dentures and I have patients that like new ones more often. There is no set answer.

It depends on you. If you feel discomfort on eating, biting, you can change. Most of the insurance companies pay after 4 years.

One of the fallacies of dentures is that patients think that just because they have no real teeth that their tooth problems - and trips to the dentist - are behind them. To the contrary: dentures are prosthesis. Not unlike an arm or leg prosthetic given to a valiant soldier returning from the war front. Dentures - as all prosthetics - need constant monitoring to keep your overall health in check. Your jawbones (upper and lower), your gums, your cheeks, your jaw joints, and your dentures all change over time. Dental insurances pay for a new denture every 5 years, and you know how insurances HATE to pay out anything unless they have to. So, you now know that at least dental insurance companies tell you to change your dentures every five years. It's highly recommended that you get see your dentist at least once or twice a year and get an oral exam to examine your mouth for signs of abnormality or damage to your dentures or mouth. Bad fitting dentures can cause sores which can lead to tumors, and possibly cancerous conditions if left ignored. The good news (for patients with insurance) is that there now is a dental insurance code for denture wearers to visit the dentist for a "wellness denture visit". Find a dentist you feel comfortable with and can trust with your denture - and dental health.

This varies tremendously for each patient. The guide is whether they fit well and are esthetically pleasing to you.

That depends on the fit and wear of your current dentures. But all things being equal, every 7-10 years is a good rule of thumb.

Usually every 5yrs

That can only be answered with a consultation. Usually you change due to ill fitting or teeth all worn. Or if the Denture turns orange toxic which means it’s cold cure. They should be made with heat cute materials

There is not a set up time frame that you have to change/re-make your dentures. If they fit well, structurally sound (no cracks), and allow you to speak and eat properly, then you do not need a new set of denture. However, you do need to "change"/or clean your dentures at least once a day, preferably at night since wearing denture at night is not recommended due to potential fungal infection.

Denture are made out of plastic and the teeth do wear down. As they get worn down, they get shorter and it effects the appearance of your lower face.. It is usually recommended to replace your denture every 5 to 7 years, depending on wear and your diet.