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Aetiology of denture stomatitis
1Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Marmara University, Istanbul, Türkiye.
Journal of Marmara University Dental Faculty
|September 1, 1993
Summary
Denture stomatitis is linked to poor denture hygiene, smoking, and yeast presence, not age, sex, or saliva pH. Maintaining clean dentures and avoiding smoking are key for oral health.
Area of Science:
- Oral Medicine
- Mycology
- Dental Prosthetics
Background:
- Denture stomatitis is a common oral condition affecting denture wearers.
- Understanding its etiologic factors is crucial for effective prevention and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the clinical and mycological factors associated with denture stomatitis.
- To identify key risk factors contributing to the development of denture stomatitis.
Main Methods:
- Clinical and mycological investigations were performed on 75 subjects.
- Evaluated factors included age, sex, denture use, smoking, hygiene, saliva pH, and Candida colonization.
- Yeast identification from oral swabs and denture surfaces.
Main Results:
- No significant association found between denture stomatitis and age, sex, denture use duration, brushing frequency, or saliva pH.
- Statistically significant relationships identified between denture stomatitis and poor denture hygiene, smoking habits, and Candida colonization/formation.
Conclusions:
- Denture hygiene, smoking, and Candida presence are significant etiologic factors in denture stomatitis.
- These factors should be targeted in preventive and therapeutic strategies for denture stomatitis.