I tried the vinegar/baking soda route since it’s cheap, but honestly, I felt like my dentures got a bit cloudy over time.
Ha, same here. My kid’s partials ended up looking like they’d been through a fog machine after a week with the homemade soak. Plus, the kitchen smelled like a science experiment. Ended up caving for the tablets too... but man, why do they cost almost as much as movie popcorn? At least they’re quick and don’t have that weird aftertaste.
At least they’re quick and don’t have that weird aftertaste.
I get what you mean about the convenience, but I’ve actually had a bit of a different experience. I stuck with the vinegar/baking soda mix for a while and, yeah, there was some cloudiness at first, but I found if I rinsed really well and used a soft brush after soaking, it made a big difference. The tablets are definitely easier, but sometimes I worry about the chemicals in them—my dentist mentioned they can be a bit harsh on certain materials over time.
Honestly, the cost is what keeps me looking for alternatives too. Those little boxes add up fast. Maybe it’s just me, but I’ve also noticed my dentures feel almost “squeaky” after using the tablets—not sure if that’s good or bad. Anybody else notice that?
It’s probably a trade-off either way. For me, as long as everything feels clean and comfortable, I’m open to trying both now and then.
Those little boxes add up fast.
Tell me about it. I started using the vinegar/baking soda thing after my last grocery bill—tablets just aren’t cheap, especially if you’re cleaning every day. Has anyone tried just plain dish soap and a brush? Wondering if that’s too harsh or not...
Has anyone tried just plain dish soap and a brush? Wondering if that’s too harsh or not...
I switched to dish soap and a soft brush a while back, mostly out of frustration with the price of those tablets. Honestly, I haven’t noticed any extra wear on my dentures, but I’m careful not to scrub too hard. My dentist said as long as it’s mild soap and not abrasive, it’s usually fine. Vinegar and baking soda worked for me too, but sometimes the taste lingered. You’re not alone—these costs sneak up, especially when you’re cleaning daily.
I hear you on the price creep with those tablets—my wallet started protesting, too. I’ve used dish soap (the gentle kind) and a baby toothbrush. No disasters so far, just squeaky clean dentures and a little more cash for coffee. The vinegar aftertaste, though... yikes.
