How should I clean my dentures?

For starters, do NOT use Polident.  Although it is known for killing bacteria, within 30 minutes of the denture going back into your mouth, the bacteria is recolonized so you are left with a denture covered in both the old dead bacteria and the new bacteria.  This product can also turn your denture orange over time.

The best way to clean a denture is to remove it from your mouth, thoroughly brush it on all surfaces, inside and out, using a denture brush with water and original formula Palmolive or Sunlight dish soap.  Rinse thoroughly and return it to the mouth or place in a denture bath for storage.  That's it!  For most people, most of the time, this is all that is required.

As plaque or stain accumulates on your denture, the best cleaner to use is a product called Renew or Nudent.  These are not available through drug or grocery stores.  At this time, they are only through your dental care provider.  Soak your dentures in this solution after following the cleaning instructions above.  After soaking, repeat the cleaning instructions and return it to the mouth.