Denture Problems

Ulceration

Ulcerated mucosa from denture irritation is caused by:

  • Ill-fitting dentures
  • Poor hygiene
  • Dentures left in too long

 

Angular Cheilitis

Angular cheilitis is common when old dentures have insufficient vertical height leading to skin creasing at the corners of the mouth. Clinicians should:

  • Assess dentures and the need for them to be remade or relined.
  • Treat with topical antifungals for two weeks.
  • Perform a biopsy if lesions do not heal.

Maxillary Ridge Ulceration

Robert Henry, DMD, MPH
Robert Henry, DMD, MPH

Angular Cheilitis

Ricardo Padilla, DDS
Ricardo Padilla, DDS

References

Friedman PK, Kaufman LB, Karpas SL, Oral health disparity in older adults: Dental decay and tooth loss. Geriatric Dentistry. Dental Clinics of North America. 2014; 58(4): 757-770.

American Academy of Oral Medicine Clinician's Guide to Oral Health in Geriatric Patients. Third Edition, 2010: Editor: Joel M Laudenbach, DMD.