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The Soft Liner Alternative
A permanent soft liner is a layer of soft material that is fitted to the surface of a denture and rests next to the oral tissues. In short, a soft liner acts as a cushion or shock absorber between the hard plastic bas base of a denture and the gums. Soft liners can be used in the fabrication of new dentures or placed in existing dentures.
Is a soft liner right for you?
Permanent soft liners provide comfort and relief for individuals with:
- Severely receded ,flat or nearly flat gum tissues that do not tolerate the stress of dentures
- Chronically sore gum tissues & gums
- Gums with prominent or sharp bony areas
Advantages of Soft Liners
- Greater comfort (a significant number of denture wearers with chronic discomfort have experienced great relief)
- Clinical evidence indicates that almost everyone tolerates soft liner materials
- With soft liners, many denture wearers report that they can chew food more comfortably
- a proven technology, soft liners have been offered to patients over 20 years, and over that time the materials and technology have steadily improved
Things to think about with soft liners
- Greater consideration in the use of proper cleaners and good home care must be given to soft liners
- Soft liners require regular follow-up visits with a Denturist to examine the fit of dentures, the health of a patients oral tissue, and to ensure professional cleaning
- David Barrick Denture Clinic will provide professional cleaning as well as, education in the maintenance of your soft liner.