{"id":228,"date":"2020-05-10T23:12:00","date_gmt":"2020-05-10T23:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/?p=228"},"modified":"2025-07-02T20:39:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T20:39:15","slug":"my-denture-is-damaged-what-do-i-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/my-denture-is-damaged-what-do-i-do\/","title":{"rendered":"My Denture is Damaged! What Do I Do?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Even though your dentures<\/a> may seem like they will last a lifetime, sometimes they become damaged from general wear-and-tear. They endure plenty of stress and strain due to frequent chewing and constant pressure. The average denture last between 5-10 years. When they do become damaged, rushing to the dentist is not something you can easily do while you are still home in quarantine. However, you can\u2019t keep going on when your dentures have been damaged. Read on to learn some tips from your dentist about what you can do until you can visit your dental office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

When My Denture is Damaged, What\u2019s the First Thing I Should Do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first step in this situation is to call your dentist. Even though many offices are temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is possible that your dental office is still open for emergencies that can\u2019t wait. You may be able to receive guidance over the phone and even make an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Can I Do About My Damaged Dentures Before Visiting the Office?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few things you can do if your denture breaks, but you\u2019re not immediately able to go into the dentist\u2019s office to have them repaired:<\/p>\n\n\n\n