How Many Hours Per Day Can You Wear Dentures?

Dentures had a bad reputation in the past for being bulky and uncomfortable, but those days are long gone. New materials and technologies allow dentures to fit more comfortably than ever before, so you may never want to take them out. However, your dentist recommends removing them for 6 to 8 hours every day. Although no one wants to be caught without their teeth, here’s why you shouldn’t leave them in your mouth for longer than recommended.

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