If you’ve been wearing your dentures for a while now, you know just how important a comfortable and secure fit is for you to make the most out of your daily life. Over time, however, dentures that once felt perfectly snug can begin to feel loose, unstable, or even painful. This doesn’t always mean you need a new set of dentures, though; sometimes a simple reline is all that’s required! Here’s more about this process and why you should always trust your dentist to help, rather than attempting to handle things yourself.
What Exactly Is a Denture Reline?
A denture reline is a procedure where the inside surface of your denture is reshaped so it better conforms to the current shape of your gums and jaw. Because the mouth naturally changes over time, whether due to bone loss or other factors, dentures do need occasional adjustments to maintain their comfort and function. There are different types of relines, including both soft and hard relines, but they all serve the same purpose: to restore a snug fit to your dentures without having to replace them entirely.
Why You Shouldn’t Try a Denture Reline Yourself
It may be tempting to try an over-the-counter reline kit or attempt a quick, DIY fix yourself at home, but doing so can actually cause more harm than good to your dentures. A poorly relined denture can create sore spots in your mouth and irritate your gums, potentially spawning infections. You also risk damaging or weakening the dentures themselves, which can lead to even more costly repairs or the need for replacement.
It’s also important to note that if your dentures are loose, it might not just be about the dentures themselves—there could be something going on with your oral health that your dentist will need to identify. Dentists also use the appropriate materials and techniques for restoring dentures, extending their life, and ensuring they work just as well as the day you got them.
The bottom line is, if your dentures feel loose, uncomfortable, or unstable, the solution isn’t a DIY kit or something in your toolbox—it’s a professional reline from your dentist. By trusting them, you can ensure a functional, natural-looking restoration that continues to benefit your smile.
About the Practice
At Marvel Dental, we’ve proudly helped patients and families in Burleson and the surrounding area for several years, offering a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatment options, including dentures—and we’d be happy to examine and correct your restoration to ensure it continues to look, feel, and function as it should. If you have any questions about the blog or you’d like to get in touch with us to set up an appointment, please reach out online or call today for more information or assistance. Telephone: (817) 933-3883.