My wife, aged 67, was experiencing pain/inflammation in gum owing to some problem in her (full)denture fitted about 8 years back. On a visit to the dentist who provided the denture she was advised to get a new set of denture. which was fitted about two weeks back. As she felt pain in both the edges  of the upper jaw she paid three visits. Even after all adjustments made by the dentist she is still having pain and burning sensation in both edges even when te denture is removed (during night) Application of medication gives temporary relief.Could you pl advise what can be the problem and remedy         Narasimhan
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The pain can be because of the sharp bony ridge or any ulcer secondary to trauma by the dentures. Usually the alveolar ridge resorts gradually resulting in a narrow ridge, which is more prone to injuries. Consult a good oral physician and get it diagnosed. If there is a sharp ridge or any undercuts, then get alveloplasty done. If it is because of the sharp denture borders, then get the dentures smoothened or replaced(since it is 8 years old). Meanwhile use topical anesthetics like 2% lidocaine gel. I hope my answer will help you, take care.