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[Denture stomatitis: etiology and clinical considerations]
B Girard1, R G Landry, L Giasson
1Faculté de médecine dentaire, Université Laval, Ste-Foy, Québec.
Journal (Canadian Dental Association)
|October 1, 1996
Summary
Removable dental prostheses alter oral microflora, potentially causing prosthetic stomatitis in some users. This review covers risk factors, mechanisms involving Candida albicans, and treatment options for this common oral condition.
Area of Science:
- Oral medicine
- Microbiology
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Removable dental prostheses significantly alter the oral microflora.
- This alteration can lead to specific oral conditions like prosthetic stomatitis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review predisposing factors for prosthetic stomatitis.
- To identify at-risk populations and understand the role of Candida albicans.
- To outline treatment strategies based on disease severity.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on removable dental prostheses and oral microflora.
- Analysis of factors contributing to prosthetic stomatitis development.
- Examination of Candida albicans proliferation mechanisms.
Main Results:
- Identified key predisposing factors for prosthetic stomatitis.
- Highlighted the role of Candida albicans in disease pathogenesis.
- Categorized risk groups and proposed treatment modalities.
Conclusions:
- Prosthetic stomatitis is linked to oral microflora changes induced by dental appliances.
- Candida albicans plays a significant role in the condition's development.
- Management requires addressing risk factors and tailoring treatments to severity.