How do denture sores develop?
A. Soreness can develop because of ill-fitting dentures. This can be as a result of gums receding. When loose dentures rub they can cause inflammation and sore patches on the gum or tongue. Even well fitting dentures trap bits of food, saliva and the bacteria that cause plaque. If these are not removed by cleaning the dentures and rinsing out the mouth adequately each day, soreness and infection can develop.
