denture stomatitis

Question 1

What type of fungi causes denture stomatitis?

Answer 1

Candida Albicans

Question 2

Where does candida albicans colononise?

Answer 2

On the surface of dentures, especially when kept in overnight.

Question 3

Who is more susceptible to denture stomatitis.

Answer 3

F > M, usually occurs on upper dentures.

Question 4

OHI regarding denture stomatitis.

Answer 4

1. Explain that their gums need time to recover overnight so the denture needs to be taken out.
   - liken it to sleeping in your shoes.
2. Dentures should be cleaned thoroughly with a soft bristled brush and socked for 15 mins twice a day in chlorhexidine solution.

Question 5

When should systemic antifungals be prescribed?

Answer 5

Systemic antifungals should only be prescribed when the condition doesn’t resolve with topical antifungals.

Question 6

What is the first line treatment for denture stomatitis?

Answer 6

Topical Therapy - nystatin cream on the tissue-contacting surface of the denture.