You wouldn’t usually think of ill-fitting dentures as a dire health risk. They might be uncomfortable, or even painful, but life-threatening? Most people would call this an exaggeration at best and an outrageous lie at worst. Just how in the world could wearing dentures, however poorly fitted, threaten your life?

Below is a guide to ill-fitting or slipping dentures written by your resident Los Angeles dentist, with special focus on their health risks. Read on to learn just how dangerous they can be and what you can do to make them safer in the future!

All-on-4 dental implants are a great way to replace an entire arch of one’s teeth. They work by using only four titanium screws to hold a denture in place, which makes this restoration more stable than one that doesn’t use dental implants. This allows you to easily enjoy all of your favorite foods as well as laugh, speak, and smile with friends and family without having to worry about them shifting in your mouth. However, you’ll need to slightly adjust your diet as your mouth heals from All-on-4 surgery to prevent discomfort or complications. Read to learn more about what to expect after the procedure and what foods and drinks to purchase beforehand.