Caring for your implant-retained overdentures

Will I have sore spots?: Probably. Overdentures cause fewer sore spots than conventional dentures, but they still happen. They are most common in the first week or two, but can show up at any time.
Why do I need follow-up appointments?: We schedule every denture patient for a visit the day after their dentures are delivered, to take care of any early sore spots. If you're doing well, you're welcome to cancel it. We hold the time automatically so we're available if you need us.
These feel strange. Is that normal?: Yes. Dentures take time and patience to get used to, and it typically takes a new wearer about a year to fully master them. Even then, chewing ability is about 25% of what it was with a full set of healthy natural teeth.
How do I clean them?: Rinse them throughout the day, especially after eating, to remove food. Once a day, scrub them with dish soap and a denture brush, or soak them in an effervescent cleaner for no more than 15 minutes. If you use a soak, still scrub them at least once a week to remove stains and stuck-on debris.