Which statement describes a non-risk factor for denture stomatitis?

• A. Regular denture cleaning
• B. Continuous denture wear
• C. Diabetes or immunosuppression
• D. Nutritional deficiencies

Answer: (A)

Regular denture cleaning lowers the amount of biofilm and Candida that can accumulate on both the denture and the underlying mucosa, reducing irritation and the chance of denture stomatitis developing. When dentures are cleaned regularly, the environment becomes less favorable for fungal overgrowth and inflammatory changes, helping maintain healthier tissue under the denture. In contrast, keeping dentures in continuously without cleaning traps moisture and biofilm, promoting fungal growth; diabetes or immunosuppression weakens the body's defenses against infection; and nutritional deficiencies can impair mucosal integrity and immune response, all of which raise the risk of denture stomatitis. Regular cleaning directly addresses the microbial component and mucosal health, making it the protective, non-risk factor.