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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Denture-related stomatitis | |||
| synonyms = [[Denture sore mouth]], [[Candida-associated denture stomatitis]] | |||
| field = [[Dentistry]], [[Oral medicine]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Redness]] and [[inflammation]] of the [[oral mucosa]] beneath a [[denture]] | |||
| complications = [[Oral candidiasis]], [[Angular cheilitis]] | |||
| onset = Gradual | |||
| duration = Persistent without treatment | |||
| causes = Poor denture hygiene, continuous denture wear, [[Candida albicans]] | |||
| risks = [[Diabetes mellitus]], [[Immunosuppression]], [[Smoking]] | |||
| diagnosis = Clinical examination, [[Microbiological culture]] | |||
| differential = [[Allergic contact stomatitis]], [[Traumatic ulcer]] | |||
| prevention = Proper denture hygiene, regular removal of dentures | |||
| treatment = Antifungal medications, denture adjustment | |||
| prognosis = Good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in denture wearers | |||
}} | |||
'''Denture-related stomatitis''' is a common condition where mild inflammation and redness of the oral mucous membrane occurs beneath a dental prosthesis. It is a type of [[Oral candidiasis]], which is a yeast infection in the mouth. | '''Denture-related stomatitis''' is a common condition where mild inflammation and redness of the oral mucous membrane occurs beneath a dental prosthesis. It is a type of [[Oral candidiasis]], which is a yeast infection in the mouth. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Denture-related stomatitis is caused by a yeast or fungus called [[Candida]]. This yeast is present in many people's mouths. Denture wearers may develop an overgrowth of this yeast, which may lead to denture-related stomatitis. | Denture-related stomatitis is caused by a yeast or fungus called [[Candida]]. This yeast is present in many people's mouths. Denture wearers may develop an overgrowth of this yeast, which may lead to denture-related stomatitis. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of denture-related stomatitis include red, inflamed tissues, especially those covered by the denture. There may be no other symptoms. In some cases, the inflammation may also be associated with a fungal infection. | The symptoms of denture-related stomatitis include red, inflamed tissues, especially those covered by the denture. There may be no other symptoms. In some cases, the inflammation may also be associated with a fungal infection. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of denture-related stomatitis is usually made based on the clinical appearance of the mouth. The dentist may also take a swab of the mouth to test for the presence of Candida. | The diagnosis of denture-related stomatitis is usually made based on the clinical appearance of the mouth. The dentist may also take a swab of the mouth to test for the presence of Candida. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of denture-related stomatitis usually involves improving denture hygiene, treating the oral candidiasis, and, in some cases, adjusting or replacing the denture. | The treatment of denture-related stomatitis usually involves improving denture hygiene, treating the oral candidiasis, and, in some cases, adjusting or replacing the denture. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention of denture-related stomatitis involves good oral hygiene, regular dental check-ups, and proper denture care. | Prevention of denture-related stomatitis involves good oral hygiene, regular dental check-ups, and proper denture care. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Oral candidiasis]] | * [[Oral candidiasis]] | ||
* [[Denture]] | * [[Denture]] | ||
* [[Stomatitis]] | * [[Stomatitis]] | ||
[[Category:Oral Pathology]] | [[Category:Oral Pathology]] | ||
[[Category:Dentistry]] | [[Category:Dentistry]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:19, 4 April 2025
| Denture-related stomatitis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Denture sore mouth, Candida-associated denture stomatitis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Redness and inflammation of the oral mucosa beneath a denture |
| Complications | Oral candidiasis, Angular cheilitis |
| Onset | Gradual |
| Duration | Persistent without treatment |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Poor denture hygiene, continuous denture wear, Candida albicans |
| Risks | Diabetes mellitus, Immunosuppression, Smoking |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, Microbiological culture |
| Differential diagnosis | Allergic contact stomatitis, Traumatic ulcer |
| Prevention | Proper denture hygiene, regular removal of dentures |
| Treatment | Antifungal medications, denture adjustment |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common in denture wearers |
| Deaths | N/A |
Denture-related stomatitis is a common condition where mild inflammation and redness of the oral mucous membrane occurs beneath a dental prosthesis. It is a type of Oral candidiasis, which is a yeast infection in the mouth.
Causes[edit]
Denture-related stomatitis is caused by a yeast or fungus called Candida. This yeast is present in many people's mouths. Denture wearers may develop an overgrowth of this yeast, which may lead to denture-related stomatitis.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of denture-related stomatitis include red, inflamed tissues, especially those covered by the denture. There may be no other symptoms. In some cases, the inflammation may also be associated with a fungal infection.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of denture-related stomatitis is usually made based on the clinical appearance of the mouth. The dentist may also take a swab of the mouth to test for the presence of Candida.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of denture-related stomatitis usually involves improving denture hygiene, treating the oral candidiasis, and, in some cases, adjusting or replacing the denture.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of denture-related stomatitis involves good oral hygiene, regular dental check-ups, and proper denture care.
