IMPORTANT
Although denture valves work on a
simple mechanical principle, hygiene is the key
to their success. Patients should run water through the visible orifices in
the suction chamber and remove any food debris on a daily basis.
It is strongly recommended to entrust patients who
have manual dexterity with the service key, together with cleaning
instructions.
Recall Patients every six months. Open the valve covers above
a receptacle of water to avoid losing the components. Remove the diaphragm;
clean the valve body and the air passages. Check and remove any tartar and
calculus deposits in the suction chamber and around the orifices. Replace
the diaphragm with a new one if necessary and close the cover, using the key
provided.