{"id":103,"date":"2025-02-03T17:51:11","date_gmt":"2025-02-03T17:51:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.broadparkfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=103"},"modified":"2025-04-15T17:52:32","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T17:52:32","slug":"denture-sores-get-rid-of-them-restorative-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.broadparkfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2025\/02\/03\/denture-sores-get-rid-of-them-restorative-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"Denture Sores and How to Get Rid of Them"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Overall, you love your dentures<\/a>. Modern technology has made them quite the reliable tooth replacement option, after all! But lately you\u2019ve been experiencing discomfort from oral sores, and you suspect your dentures are to blame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You could be right \u2013 denture sores are more common when your mouth is getting used to a new set, but there are other reasons they could be the culprit. Keep reading to learn more about denture sores and how to get rid of them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Possible Causes of Denture Sores<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are two main causes of denture sores \u2013 poorly fitting dentures<\/strong> and bacteria build up.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your dentures don\u2019t fit<\/strong> quite right, they\u2019re most likely rubbing against your gums and soft oral tissue, resulting in chaffing and irritation. Sores can develop due to the friction involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you don\u2019t clean<\/strong> the bacteria and food particles from your teeth on a consistent basis, bacteria will continue to grow in your mouth. This can also irritate your oral cavity and cause sores to form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting Rid of Your Denture Sores<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, getting rid of these types of sores is fairly simple! Your dentist can readjust, resize, or replace your dentures until they fit more snugly and more comfortably. For bacteria build up, implementing a solid oral hygiene routine can help relieve your soft oral tissues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your sores might not vanish right away, but with the source of irritation removed, you should start to experience relief as your gums feel less and less aggravated. In the meantime, here are some tips for relieving your short-term discomfort:<\/p>\n\n\n\n