I've been wrestling with dentures for a while now, and honestly, sometimes it feels like they're plotting an escape attempt right in the middle of dinner. After some trial and error, I've found a routine that sorta works for me. First, I make sure they're super clean and dry before applying adhesive—seems obvious but you'd be surprised. Then, I use a thin strip of adhesive cream (not too much or else it's like glue soup in your mouth, yuck). After putting them in, I hold them firmly in place for about a minute before eating or drinking anything. It helps set things up nice and solid.
Still, even with these steps, sometimes by afternoon things start loosening up again, you know? I'm wondering if anyone's got better tips or maybe a brand of adhesive that's a bit more reliable throughout the whole day. Maybe I'm missing something obvious here...
"Still, even with these steps, sometimes by afternoon things start loosening up again, you know?"
I totally get the frustration—dentures can be tricky beasts. Your adhesive routine sounds pretty solid, but one thing I've noticed from experience is that the fit itself can make a huge difference. Even the best adhesive won't hold well if your dentures aren't fitting snugly to begin with. Have you had them checked or adjusted recently? Our gums and bone structure change over time, so what fit perfectly a year ago might not be ideal now.
Also, adhesive-wise, I've found that powder adhesives can sometimes offer a stronger hold throughout the day compared to creams. They're less messy too, once you get the hang of applying them. Might be worth experimenting with a powder like Fixodent Extra Hold or Poligrip Powder—I've seen patients swear by them after struggling with creams.
Just my two cents... dentures are definitely not one-size-fits-all, so don't hesitate to tweak your approach until something clicks.
