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gums under your dentures, white patches of yeast in the mouth, dry mouth, and gums that appear to grow over your dentures. Common causes of these problems include the presence of bacteria in your mouth or on your dentures, ill-fitting or low-quality dentures, poor oral hygiene and eating hard foods that can cause cracks in the dentures. It is true that dentures may not fit like a glove, but this does not mean you have to suffer from pain and discomfort. You can easily prevent and resolve denture discomforts with simple and easy home remedies and by maintaining oral hygiene. Here are the top 10 home remedies for denture pain. 1. Salt Salt provides immense relief to denture wearers during the adjustment phase. It helps reduce swelling and pain in the gums. It also inhibits growth of bacteria in the mouth and reduces the risk of mouth sores or dry mouth.   Remove your dentures and gently rub your gums with salt for a few seconds. Rinse it off with warm water. Do this once daily. Alternatively, add ½ to 1 teaspoon of salt to a glass of lukewarm water and use it to rinse your mouth. Do this twice daily until the swelling subsides. 2. Cloves Cloves are another excellent remedy for denture users who are suffering from gum pain. Eugenol, the main ingredient in clove, JOY FEELINGS