Cushion Grip Thermoplastic Denture Adhesive, 1 oz - Refits and Tightens Loose Upper and Lower Dentures and Partials | Non-Glue Adhesive, Acts Like a Soft Reliner

I read reviews all over the internet, for months, before finally trying this out. I have now added it to my subscribe & save deliveries!Generally, it seems, the bulk of negative reviews I've seen appear to be the result of people either not fully reading ALL of the instructions, not reading the cautions, or not following the directions in total. Granted, it takes a bit to get the hang of using this product. I would say, the first tube is your practice tube. You'll end up using much less of it as you better learn how to use it, and how to use it ON YOUR plates.My best suggestion is to read the guide that comes in the box before you do anything... then set aside time to use it. One thing I will say about some of the videos I've seen is that they make it look like it's a quick process, like you can apply and just pop them in. That's not exactly how it works. It does take some time. But it's worth it!I haven't had to use any adhesive on my upper plate since applying Cushion Grip, and only minimal adhesive on my lowers... and that's only for eating things that might otherwise really loosen the lowers.Now, I'll say, I don't wear my plates most of the time when I'm at home (but always have them in at work and outside the house). For me, this allows Cushion Grip to last even longer than its promised "up to 4 days." What it also does for me, which I love, is allows me to take them out and put them in throughout the day, as needed, which adhesive does NOT do!Another complaint I've seen, in a number of reviews, surrounds the burning sensation on the gums when you first apply it. First, the accompanying guide clearly explains this. Second, it's minor, temporary, and virtually no different than the burning sensation that happens at the dental office during a professional reline. In my opinion, not a reason to deduct review stars.In sum, the less appealing qualities of Cushion Grip are: Minor burning sensation at application, takes a couple/few times to get the hang of it, and is a little bit time consuming to apply.The very appealing qualities of Cushion Grip are: it does what it says it does, allows you to line your plates the way you want to, does not require a trip to a dental office (time off work, ride, insurance copay, etc), and not terribly expensive (especially if you use the subscribe & save option).Lastly, there is a great video among these reviews about how to remove the product from your plates -- takes a little "elbow grease," but pulls right off -- and I highly recommend watching it! I followed her advice and it worked like a charm!!Look y'all, I'm one of those shoppers who will read reviews, shop around, look at multiple sellers and sites, etc, until maybe purchasing something. I've done your homework on this one... I fully recommend it!

I am new to dentures. Extractions less than 3 months ago. I did a soft reline a couple weeks ago, but since my gums are changing shape as they continue to heal, the reline got a little loose pretty quickly. That's where Cushion Grip shines!Cushion Grip is not an adhesive like cream or powder pastes/glues. You will have to wait quite a while after applying it before eating again. It is more like a soft reline, though not as durable. For me it is a soft reline extender. Easier to use than soft reline, no mixing, no hurry, and helps me get a good fit until the next soft reline.I asked via chat on their website about putting on top of soft reline, and they thought I needed to remove the soft reline first. I decided to try it anyway, and I am finding that it may not adhere as well to the soft reline but works.Read and follow the instructions carefully. Look for videos on you tube. I put a pyrex glass measuring cup of water in the microwave for a minute to heat the water. Then the tube goes in the hot (not boiling) water cap down for at least 5 minutes. You need to soften the contents at the cap end of the tube. Use the included key tool to wind the sealed end of the tube after squeezing out the first round ball, squeezing from the bottom of the tube, to allow the key to go on the tube. Then the round ball goes into my palm, and rub it back and forth into a thin rope. The rope goes into the trough of lower or upper and mash it flat into the trough and smooth it toward the open ends of the denture trough. The first application I also added to the palate arch of the upper, but found it was not needed in my case for good suction.Let it rest for at least 5 minutes before inserting dentures and bite down. I feel a very slight burning sensation, but it goes away in a short while. I recommend not eating or drinking for as long as possible. 2 hours minimum, but 6 hours is best to get a decent cure, so don't put in new when you are hungry. Some people prefer to do this at night, leave the denture in place overnight and it will be ready to go in the morning. The Cushion grip will have redistributed and that is why "Less is More". If you did not get enough it is easy to rinse and dry and add more (another thin rope) right on top. After curing it can be trimmed, but is easier if you don't have to. Cushion Grip will harden in air over time, but will remain pliable if in water or denture cleaning solution.Like anything with dentures, it takes practice to learn how these materials can work for you; or not.... I find it does act as a cushion and is softer on my gums than even the soft reline. When I put the dentures in first thing in the morning, I can feel the Cushion Grip softening as it warms, just from wearing and after a few minutes, or as many as 10-15 minutes, the softening allows it to fit better as the suction improves. Can also be put in hot water to soften again if needed.I really like the thermoplastic material and I think each tube will provide many applications as I am using very little each time. I have already ordered more and it is just another "tool in the toolbox" for more comfortable wear. I plan to delay permanent dentures for about a year to allow my gums to be more fully ready for the permanent dentures as I would like to need fewer relines once I have them. Cushion Grip will give me comfort until my gums stop or at least slow changing shape. No hurry now for the permanent dentures even though I have already purchased them. I can wait, thanks to soft reline (I use Reline-It, as the price is very good) and Cushion Grip. I think I will get much more than 4 days from most applications. I am able to do without adhesive on the upper using Cushion Grip for a better fit.