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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
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Wilson, J. The aetiology, diagnosis and management of denture stomatitis. Br Dent J 185, 380–384 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.4809821
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