{"id":241,"date":"2026-07-28T05:47:40","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T05:47:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.novasmiledental.com\/blog\/2026\/07\/28\/why-is-your-lower-denture-slipping-more-often\/"},"modified":"2026-07-28T05:47:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T05:47:40","slug":"why-is-your-lower-denture-slipping-more-often","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.novasmiledental.com\/blog\/2026\/07\/28\/why-is-your-lower-denture-slipping-more-often\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is Your Lower Denture Slipping More Often?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Today’s dentures<\/a> are more comfortable and natural-looking than ever before, but they come with their own challenges. For instance, the lower prosthetic tends to be more prone to slippage compared to the upper one. You might be confused about why this is happening, so here\u2019s what you should know about this situation and what you can do to get your snug fit back.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Do Lower Dentures Slip More Often?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Simply put, the issue is oftentimes adjustment. It takes time to build the muscle control needed to keep your lower denture in place. A bit of slipping is fairly common while you’re still getting used to wearing it for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The underlying cause may be related to your jawbone in other cases. The jaw gradually begins to lose bone density over time when you\u2019re missing teeth. This causes the bone ridges that are supporting your lower prosthetic to change shape, which can affect how well it fits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s also possible that misalignment is contributing to an unstable smile. If you have a partial restoration, they need to line up just right with your natural teeth when you close your mouth. If they don\u2019t, then you may notice shifting throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can I Keep My Lower Denture in Place?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you’re looking for ways to help your lower denture stay in place, here are a few solutions to try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n