How Can Chapped Lips With Salty Taste And Bleeding Gums After Interim Dentures Be Cured?

Posted on Tue, 20 Mar 2018

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Question : Recently, about nine weeks ago I had interim dentures and about 18 extractions, so a full set. Not long after after they stated fitting poorly which I understand can happen. it's other symptoms that are a major concern. My lips have been cracking and taste salty like blood. My gums are real red and almost clear or whitish in a certain area. My tongue also is more sensitive. I am a heavy smoker and drinker as well. The symptom checker gave oral cancer as the top answer. I would like to know what my best option is to see a specialist, or how to be referred to one. I have health insurance. Thank you..

Also my spit is slimy and even white.

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Possible Infection

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

As per your symptoms the possibility of a periodontal infection is very high.

The possibility of oral cancer is very unlikely.

Your symptoms require a short course of oral antibiotics for symptomatic improvement. Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe these medications to improve your symptoms.

Hope I have answered your query.

Thank you.

Regards,
Dr. Suresh Heijebu
General & Family Physician

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