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Could The Use Of Dentures Cause Pigmentation Change In My Mouth?

The inside of my mouth is no longer pink but more like color of flesh. Sometimes it seems to be a little pink but definitely not has changed color. THe under side of my tongue is lighter than it used to be. I got a full set of dentures about 7 month ago. Could that have caused pigmentation change in my mouth? This is not a coating, this is the entire inside of my mouth has changed color.
Sat, 22 Mar 2014
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Its absolutely normal. Your mouth being a living tissue undergoes changes secondary to denture wearing. But watch out for any signs of pain burning dryness of mouth. Please remove your dentures at night and store in water.
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Could The Use Of Dentures Cause Pigmentation Change In My Mouth?

Its absolutely normal. Your mouth being a living tissue undergoes changes secondary to denture wearing. But watch out for any signs of pain burning dryness of mouth. Please remove your dentures at night and store in water.