Denture Complications
People with dentures often have problems with fit and comfort. Dentures should be replaced every 7-10 years due to bony changes over time.
Clinicians should:
- Remove dentures when performing oral exams to visualize the tissues beneath.
- Counsel patients on proper denture care to avoid complications such as denture sores, mucositis, and denture stomatitis (erythematous candidiasis).
Denture care:
- Remove dentures at night.
- Brush with denture brush or soft toothbrush to remove debris. Denture paste or mild dish soap can be used.
- Place dentures in denture cleanser soaking solution or in water overnight. Rinse thoroughly before replacing in mouth.
- Be aware that some people will require a caregiver to manage this aspect of their oral hygiene.
Denture Sores
Robert Henry, DMD, MPH
Loose Denture
Robert Henry, DMD, MPH
Denture Stomatitis
Robert Henry, DMD, MPH
References
MacDonald DE, Principles of Geriatric Dentistry and their Application to the Older Adult with Physical Disability, Clinics of Geriatric Medicine, 2006;22:413-434.