Dental Soft Liners in Kingston

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 acrylic base of a denture and the gums. Soft liners can be put in during the fabrication of new dentures or placed in existing dentures (permanent soft reline).

Is a soft liner right for you?

Permanent soft liners provide comfort and relief for individuals with:

  Severely receded or flat gums that do not tolerate the stress of dentures

  Chronic soreness

  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 for 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 patient’s oral tissues and to ensure professional cleaning