{"id":151,"date":"2025-04-17T16:30:46","date_gmt":"2025-04-17T16:30:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/blog\/?p=151"},"modified":"2025-05-21T16:33:02","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T16:33:02","slug":"how-to-get-rid-of-denture-sores","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/17\/how-to-get-rid-of-denture-sores\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Rid of Denture Sores"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Even if your dentures<\/a> are relatively new, they can still sometimes cause painful lesions known as denture sores. Denture sores typically occur due to pressure from the denture on the nerves of the gums. They can also be caused by bacterial infection. If you are experiencing discomfort due to denture sores, here\u2019s how you can treat them at home, and when it\u2019s time to see your dentist for more help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Curing Denture Sores<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you can determine how to cure your denture sores, it\u2019s important to determine what is causing them. Bacterial infections will need to be treated by a dentist. If you notice that your gums are red and swollen, see your dentist right away. If there are no other symptoms present, speak to your dentist about having your dentures evaluated. There may be adjustments or repairs that can be made directly to the prosthetic to help alleviate any pressure that could be causing the sores to develop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Home Remedies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you have made your appointment to see your dentist, there are many things you can do at home to help lessen the pain of denture sores until you can be treated. Here are a few suggestions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n