Between working 40 hours per week, taking care of your children, spending time with your spouse, and staying in contact with friends, taking the time to remove your dentures to clean them thoroughly may seem like one too many things to keep up with. Though it may seem easier to brush your dentures while they’re in your mouth, this may not be the best way to get the job done. Learn the recommended way to care for your dentures and how it can benefit your oral health.

According to the CDC, 90% of adults ages 20 and older have had at least one cavity in their lifetime. Tooth fillings are a common way of repairing these decayed teeth. While the question “How long do fillings last?” may have a different answer depending on the material and the placement, there are several signs that they need to be replaced as well as ways to make them last longer.