If your denture makes your mouth sore, the next step is to identify the cause. Simon explains why a clear account of the problem helps more than guessing where material should be removed.
Tell the team what happens
Explain whether the pain starts when you insert the appliance, after eating, or only after several hours. Bring the denture, even if you have stopped wearing it. The area you feel hurting is not always the exact point creating the pressure.
Ask how to prepare for a review
The clinic may give you advice about wearing the denture before the appointment to help identify a pressure area. Do not deliberately create a severe sore or force yourself to wear it through significant pain. Ask the team what is appropriate for your situation.
Use temporary measures with care
Resting the tissues and keeping the mouth clean may help while you wait. A pharmacist can advise on suitable short-term relief. Adhesive or ulcer gel is not a replacement for correcting a recurring fit problem. Never file the fitting surface yourself: a small-looking change can affect stability elsewhere.
Watch Simon explain
This article brings together the key points from Simon’s Talking Dentures episode, with practical context for patients. Watch What Can I Do If My Dentures Make My Mouth Sore? on Talking Dentures →
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This guide provides general information. Simon and your dental team can advise on your own circumstances.
