Question

Denture-related stomatitis (denture sore mouth) is a common condition where mild inflammation and redness of the oral mucous membrane occurs beneath a denture. In about 90% of cases, candida species are involved, it is more common in elderly people, and in those who wear a complete upper denture. Denture-related stomatitis is more likely to develop when the denture is left constantly in the mouth, rather than removing it during sleep, and when the denture is not cleaned regularly.

Answer 1

Denture-related stomatitis (denture sore mouth) is a common condition where mild inflammation and redness of the oral mucous membrane occurs beneath a denture. In about 90% of cases, candida species are involved, it is more common in elderly people, and in those who wear a complete upper denture. Denture-related stomatitis is more likely to develop when the denture is left constantly in the mouth, rather than removing it during sleep, and when the denture is not cleaned regularly.

Answer 2

Explanation:

☑️ Denture stomatitis (Thrush) It is a yeast/ fungus called candida or thrush, which causes an infection in the mouth. It is not a type of infection that can be passed on to others as everybody has some thrush in their mouths, even babies. It is possible to get thrush elsewhere.