According to a new study denture wearers need to be careful of the risk of excess zinc intake.  If you wear denture is is very important that you follow the instructions and recommended dosages on the adhesive product label.

Too often people will overuse the denture adhesive and, although it happens rarely, you can ingest toxic levels of zinc, with adverse neurologic effects.  A single tube should last any where from three to ten weeks with daily use.  Though usage can depend on the number of application per day.   The number one reason why people over use denture adhesive is due to ill fitting dentures.

Having dentures does not mean you stop seeing a dentist. A dentist makes sure your denture are adjusted when needed as your mouth continues to change.  Having poorly fitted dentures can force you to use more denture adhesive to try to get the denture to stay in place.  Have your denture fitted and check one every six months.