Fig. 1

Using the Denture Cleanliness Index and providing denture hygiene instructions. a) Denture gently washed under cold water to remove loose debris. b) Liquid plaque disclosing solution applied to entire denture fit surface, left for 30 seconds, excess washed under cold water. DCI score determined. c) Denture hygiene demonstrated and provided to patient. d) Patient shown cleaned half and asked to clean remaining half. Patient instruction leaflet given