Denture Relining

What is Denture Relining?

Over time the shape of your gums and the bones that support the dentures can change, which means they may no longer fit properly. Relining is a method of adjusting the internal part of base of the dentures with an acrylic resin to correct their fit, whilst leaving the actual dentures unchanged. This technique doesn’t alter the appearance of the dentures; it simply adapts the base to suit the changing shape of your gums. The dentist will take an impression of your gums, which is used to modify your existing dentures.

What are the Advantages of Denture Relining?

Denture relining allows the fit of your dentures to be improved without the need for replacing them with a new set. They will fit much more securely, so you won’t have to worry about them falling out or moving when you speak and eat. Relining also helps the dentures to last longer and improves your oral hygiene, as food is less likely to become trapped under your dentures, which can happen if they are too loose.

Soft Reliners

Soft reliners are made from a flexible, biodegradable material and need to be redone quite regularly, as they may only last a couple of months. They are used if the mouth cannot support a hard reliner, usually if your mouth has been damaged by badly fitting dentures or has sustained another type of injury.

Hard Reliners

Hard reliners are more permanent than soft reliners and are made from a more durable material. Because they last a lot longer, a hard reliner will usually be used if your mouth is healthy and can support it.

What’s the Difference Between Relining and Rebasing?

Rebasing involves replacing the entire base of the denture, rather than just altering it. It is much less common than relining.