A denture adhesive can be of considerable benefit to many denture wearers, even those with good-quality denture support tissues. Dental professionals and educators should make a realistic assessment of the proper use of denture adhesives and counsel patients on the use of adhesives. Intelligent assessment can be done only from a valid knowledge base, and toward that end, continued research and vigilance in the use of denture adhesives are essential. "Denture adhesives will be with us until we eliminate the need for complete dentures. The major problem with denture adhesives is not their...