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Suggest Treatment For Sore And Swollen Gums

I am 62 and have worn dentures since I was 15. the last time I had them replaced was 25 years ago. this is because I had very bad experiences when I was young and also I suffer very badly from claustrophobia. I know I need new teeth and my gums at the bottom of my mouth are very sore and a bit swollen, I think because I have worn these teeth for far too long. I know I need to see someone but I am so scared, should I see a dentist or doctor because I'm pretty sure I have an infection. I have a doctor on the NHS but as I said I haven't seen a dentist for about 25 years ago and I am scared and don't know which way to turn. Please can you help me?
Wed, 13 Aug 2014
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Read your query.

Wearing a denture for 25 years without replacement is not advisable as it can lead to infection and tissue destruction.

I would advice you to visit your local dentist at the earliest and have them replaced.Check for any infection in the oral cavity and get them treated.Being scared of the dentist is not a solution ,keep your fear aside and get the denture replaced.

Do salt water gargling.

Hope this was helpful.
Thanks and regards.
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Suggest Treatment For Sore And Swollen Gums

Thanks for using Health Care Magic. Read your query. Wearing a denture for 25 years without replacement is not advisable as it can lead to infection and tissue destruction. I would advice you to visit your local dentist at the earliest and have them replaced.Check for any infection in the oral cavity and get them treated.Being scared of the dentist is not a solution ,keep your fear aside and get the denture replaced. Do salt water gargling. Hope this was helpful. Thanks and regards.