Denture stomatitis

Denture stomatitis

• Denture stomatitis can be treated effectively by local measures.
• Antifungal agents can be used as an adjunct to these local measures, particularly to reduce palatal inflammation before taking impressions for new dentures.
• Chlorhexidine mouthwash is also effective against fungal infections.
• If the patient’s dentures are identified as contributing to the problem, ensure that they are adjusted or new dentures are made to avoid the problem recurring.