Denture repair in Hercules, CA

Yes. When performed by a dental professional, denture repair typically restores strength and function comparable to the original appliance. The fracture area can be reinforced to reduce future breaks, though durability still depends on the denture’s age, material, and your bite forces. A fit check, bite adjustment, and, when needed, denture relining help ensure comfort and longevity. If your denture is older or keeps cracking, replacement may be more reliable than repeated broken denture repair. For fastest results, schedule an evaluation for prompt denture repair.

Dentures can become loose, and even slip out, when gums and jawbone shrink with age, when prior dental work no longer fits, or when buildup from inadequate cleaning changes the fit. If your dentures feel loose, schedule a professional denture repair or denture relining; a dentist can adjust, reline, or rebase them and check for bone loss. Avoid DIY fixes and household glues; use a small amount of denture adhesive only as a temporary measure, and seek emergency denture repair if they crack or break. Get detailed information on denture procedures in your state at California Health and Human Services Agency.

Denture repair fixes damage, like cracks, fractures, or broken teeth, on the denture itself. Denture relining refreshes the inner surface so the denture fits your gums more comfortably as your mouth changes over time. In short: repair addresses breakage; relining improves fit. Both procedures are done by a dentist or prosthodontist, often with a dental lab. Denture repair typically uses specialized acrylics and reinforcements not used in relining, while relining adds new material to the tissue side without altering the teeth. If your denture is broken, seek emergency denture repair; if it’s loose or rubbing, ask about denture relining.

No. You shouldn’t sleep with your dentures in. Sleeping with dentures increases the risk of soreness, mouth irritation, infections (like denture stomatitis), and long-term bone loss due to constant pressure and trapped bacteria. For optimal denture care and oral health, remove them nightly, clean and soak them, and gently brush your gums and tongue. If your dentist gives specific instructions (such as immediately after new dentures are placed), follow those closely.

You likely need new dentures if you notice any of the following: Persistent looseness or rocking, sore spots, or frequent use of adhesive. Cracks, chips, fractures, or a warped/tearing denture base. Worn-down or flattened teeth/gums, or changes in your bite, chewing, or speech. Some issues can be fixed with denture relining or denture repair, but the only way to know for sure is to see a dentist or a prosthodontist. They’ll evaluate fit and function and recommend the safest option: reline, repair, or full replacement.