If your dentures rub on your mouth, then you may get areas that hurt or that even develop into sores. If you are in some discomfort but don't have anything in your medicine cabinet that might ease the pain, then you may have a natural remedy at home that could help.
For example, fresh figs may take the sting out of denture sores. How does this work, and is it a long-term solution for denture care?
How to Use a Fig to Relieve Denture Sore Pain
Figs are considered to have some healing properties. Their mucilage content may make them a useful source of antioxidants; they also have anti-inflammatory effects. If you use a fig on a denture sore, then it may relieve pain and swelling and help the sore to heal.
This is best done with a fresh fig. All you need to do is to cut the fig into pieces and then put a piece in your mouth so that it covers the sore. The inside of the fruit should be touching your sore area. It may help to squeeze the piece of fig slightly to make it a little softer and juicier. This may speed up your pain relief a little. Leave the fig in place for a while until you feel it starting to work. If the pain comes back, try another piece.
Tip: If you can wait a while before using a fig on your sore, put it in the fridge before you use it. A cool fig may give you more immediate relief.
Will Figs Heal Your Denture Sores?
You may well find that pieces of fig relieve your discomfort. They may also help the sore heal, so this can be a good solution in some cases. However, you may find that it's more helpful to you in the long term to work out why you're getting denture sores. For example, this can happen when you wear new dentures or when your dentures start to get old.
If you're getting sores with new dentures, then these should calm down as you get used to wearing your teeth. Typically, these sores stop forming after a while. Figs may simply help you deal with your discomfort until this happens.
If your dentures are older and you've suddenly started getting sores, then you may have a problem with the way your dentures fit. Here, figs may help, but the sores may keep coming back and you may need to have your dentures re-lined or replaced.
If you have any worries about denture sores, talk to your dentist. They can help you work out why you're having problems and help you find a solution.
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