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  2. Denture-related stomatitis - Wikipedia

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    Denture-related stomatitis 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, [4] which are normally a harmless component of the oral microbiota in many people.

  3. Stomatitis - Wikipedia

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    This is a common condition present in denture wearers. It appears as reddened but painless mucosa beneath the denture. 90% of cases are associated with Candida species, and it is the most common form of oral candidiasis. Treatment is by antifungal medication and improved dental hygiene, such as not wearing the denture during sleep.

  4. Gingivitis - Wikipedia

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    Gingivitis is a non-destructive disease that causes inflammation of the gums; [1] ulitis is an alternative term. [2] The most common form of gingivitis, and the most common form of periodontal disease overall, is in response to bacterial biofilms (also called plaque) that are attached to tooth surfaces, termed plaque-induced gingivitis.

  5. A comprehensive guide to dentures and other false teeth ... - AOL

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    Hewlett says with full dentures, the pink part that sits on your gums is made out of high strength acrylic plastic, and the teeth are also acrylic with polymer designed to be very strong and hold ...

  6. Periodontal disease - Wikipedia

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    Most alternative "at-home" gum disease treatments involve injecting antimicrobial solutions, such as hydrogen peroxide, into periodontal pockets via slender applicators or oral irrigators. This process disrupts anaerobic micro-organism colonies and is effective at reducing infections and inflammation when used daily.

  7. Oral candidiasis - Wikipedia

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    Dentures may therefore become covered in a biofilm, [18] and act as reservoirs of infection, [7] continually re-infecting the mucosa. For this reason, disinfecting the denture is a vital part of treatment of oral candidiasis in persons who wear dentures, as well as correcting other factors like inadequate lower facial height and fit of the ...