{"id":85,"date":"2022-09-14T21:35:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-14T21:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/blog\/?p=85"},"modified":"2022-10-26T21:37:59","modified_gmt":"2022-10-26T21:37:59","slug":"can-ill-fitting-dentures-become-life-threatening-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texaschoicedental.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/14\/can-ill-fitting-dentures-become-life-threatening-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Ill-Fitting Dentures Become Life-Threatening?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Missing teeth can affect several aspects of your life. Fortunately, dentures are an effective solution that\u2019ll allow you to enjoy a fully functioning bite once again. If you fail to take proper care of your prosthetics, they can become damaged and require adjustment or repair. Ill-fitting dentures may seem like a mere annoyance, but they can become a life-threatening problem unless dealt with right away. Read on to learn how slipping dentures can affect your oral health and which signs indicate you should visit your dentist for adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Dangers of Ill-Fitting Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Studies have discovered that poor oral health is associated with a higher rate of oral cancer. In the past, ill-fitting dentures have been mentioned as a cause of oral cancer. Although research has debunked that claim, there\u2019s enough information that indicates they can certainly contribute to the development of the condition. That\u2019s because they can lead to chronic inflammation, which causes cell damage over time. If the changes in cells start to grow too fast for your body to repair them, they can become cancer cells. The longer inflammation lasts, the better chance cells have to become cancerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signs Your Dentures Need Adjustment or Repair<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re not sure whether your dentures<\/a> need adjustment or repair, here are some signs that may indicate it\u2019s time to give your dentist a call:<\/p>\n\n\n\n