When you’ve been living with dentures for a while, it can start to feel like they’re just as much a part of you as any other part of your body. Not only do they become invaluable to the process of eating and drinking, they do a lot to improve your day-to-day confidence.

That’s why, if your prosthetic ever becomes damaged, it could easily send you into a little bit of a panic. You might wonder whether this is considered a dental emergency, one worth seeing your dentist about immediately. Here’s what you should know.