What causes sores on gums post placement of partial dentures?
Patient: I just got my partial denture redone with better teeth and am now getting sores.  I got the first partial at age 46 because I never got my lower 2nd molars and the first ones basically wore out.  Where the 2nd molars would have been is where there is bone structure under the skin that causes sores under the dentures. With the first experience of getting a brand new partial the "teeth" had to be adjusted down substantially to make them comfortable, but then they didn't grind well.  May I not be a good candidate for these partials? Doctor: Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..As per your complain in case if you are told that you have a bone condition that is causing sores can be due to bony spicule that is leading to sharp elevations over the ridges leading to rubbing of mucosa between the denture and the bony spicule leading to Ulceration..Other reason can be some sharp elevations on the tissue surface of dentures..I would suggest you to consult your dentist and in case if there are bony spicule getting them smoothened by a small surgical procedure known as Alveoloplasty can help..In case if there are sharp elevations on the denture trimming the same can help..As of now apply numbing gel over the ulcers for pain relief..Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.