Why Do My Dentures Smell Bad?

Though they aren’t your “real” teeth, dentures look, feel, and act just like natural teeth. They help you chew; they help you speak, and they help maintain the structure of your jawbones. Thus, to properly care for your dentures, you must give them the same attention as you might with your natural teeth. While you may not think neglecting your dentures really matters since they are “fake,” failure to care for them can cause bad odors and even damage. Here are a few reasons they may not smell too good, and what you can do to fix them!