title: The aetiology, diagnosis and management of denture stomatitis.
abstract: This article examines the evidence for the aetiology, diagnosis and management of denture stomatitis. Extensive reviews of the literature using the Index to Dental Literature, references in relevant publications and computerised databases were employed. Microbiological confirmation of implicated Candida infection should be sought before prescribing antifungal drugs.
authors.affiliation: Department of Adult Dental Health, Dental School, University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Wilson
mesh_terms: D000935:Antifungal Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002180:Candidiasis, Oral / Q000150:complications; D003824:Denture, Complete / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009910:Oral Hygiene; D013282:Stomatitis, Denture / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000382:microbiology / Q000628:therapy
chemical_list: D000935:Antifungal Agents