Which factor aside from candidiasis can contribute to inflammatory papillary hyperplasia?

Which factor aside from candidiasis can contribute to inflammatory papillary hyperplasia?

• A. Denture not fitting properly
• B. Regular denture cleaning
• C. Good oral hygiene
• D. Denture adhesives

Answer: (A)

Chronic irritation from an ill-fitting denture is a major factor in inflammatory papillary hyperplasia. When the denture doesn’t fit well, it rubs and compresses the palatal mucosa continually, prompting a proliferative, red, papillary overgrowth beneath the denture. Candida infection often accompanies this lesion, but the constant mechanical irritation itself can drive the tissue changes. Regular denture cleaning and good oral hygiene help prevent IPH by reducing biofilm and inflammation, so they are protective rather than causative. Denture adhesives aren’t a primary cause, though they can contribute to irritation if used poorly or if debris accumulates; the dominant issue remains the denture’s poor fit.

Chronic irritation from an ill-fitting denture is a major factor in inflammatory papillary hyperplasia. When the denture doesn’t fit well, it rubs and compresses the palatal mucosa continually, prompting a proliferative, red, papillary overgrowth beneath the denture. Candida infection often accompanies this lesion, but the constant mechanical irritation itself can drive the tissue changes.

Regular denture cleaning and good oral hygiene help prevent IPH by reducing biofilm and inflammation, so they are protective rather than causative. Denture adhesives aren’t a primary cause, though they can contribute to irritation if used poorly or if debris accumulates; the dominant issue remains the denture’s poor fit.