GAMBARAN PENGETAHUAN MASYARAKAT TENTANG PEMELIHARAAN GIGI TIRUAN DI DESA LARA KEC.BAEBUNTA KAB. LUWU UTARA

Abstract

Dentures are replacements for missing teeth. Dentures are sometimes referred to as prostheses, prostheses, or restorations. Dentures are teeth that replace part or all of the original tooth and surrounding tissue that has been lost. Replacing missing teeth with false ones. The manufacture of dentures of this type in the field of prosthodontics aims to improve aesthetics, masticatory function and speech function. In addition, it is also to preserve the supporting tissue under the removable partial dentures. The oral hygiene of GTL users should be checked, as denture hygiene can improve oral health. Denture users should clean their dentures so that food does not stick to their dentures. Dentures trap food debris. The oral hygiene of GTL users should be checked, as denture hygiene can improve oral health. Denture users should clean their dentures so that food does not stick to their dentures. Dentures trap food debris. Denture users who are not cleaned daily cause plaque to stick. The rough surface of dentures towards the mucosa also attracts plakn. Purifying partially removable dentures requires frequency, length, and procedure. Every night before going to bed, remove dentures from the mouth and soak them in a cleaning solution to kill germs and remove stains.