Denture stomatitis

Denture stomatitis (chronic atrophic candidiasis) 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.
Systemic antifungal agents (e.g. fluconazole) are not required routinely for the treatment of denture stomatitis.
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.

Local measures