Personal careQuestion 816 of 1700

What can you use to clean dentures if denture toothpaste is not available?

  1. Bleach
  2. Water alone
  3. Hot water
  4. Soap that is not rinsed
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Correct answer: Water alone

If there is no denture toothpaste, plain water is enough.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.21: Skills Checklist- Denture Care

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026