I have a feeling of discomfort on my upper gum especially when I wear my upper denture.

74 -year-old man4 years ago

However, this sensation disappears when I eat or chew gum. What is the cause of this?

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Stéphane Villeneuve · 4 years ago

Hello to you,

There are several possible causes of denture discomfort: fungal infection, poor fit of the denture that leads to inflammation, etc

To clarify, I invite you to consult your denturist to determine if it is a problem of adjustment. In the case of a fungal infection, your dentist may prescribe medication to cure the infection.

I will wait to hear from you!

Stéphane Villeneuve, pharmacist

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