Treatment consists of gentle, thorough local debridement. Analgesics may be required during the first 24 h. Marked improvement usually occurs within 24 h, then debridement can be completed. Poor gingival contour, often produced during the acute phase, may need eventual surgical correction. Loss of the gingival papillae is generally permanent.
Recurrence is unlikely.
Denture sore mouth may result from combinations of candidal infections, poor denture fit, poor hygiene, and excessive movement of the denture, which tends to happen when the mandibular alveolar ridge is of minimal height. Systemic conditions should be ruled out if inflammation persists. A new well-made denture almost always improves the situation. All rights reserved.