Dentures - Deformed gums a problem?

My husband had cancer when he was 16 and this caused a lot of problems with his teeth. He has lost many, some are broken, and the only teeth he has left are in the front. I know he will need both full upper and lower dentures. However, due to chewing on his gums, his lower gums are "cauliflowered" (resembling cauliflower ear, but on his gums.) Has anyone had this problem, or can a dental professional tell me if this is going to be a problem? He has a consult on Thursday, but is very apprehensive. Many thanks!

Dentures - Deformed gums a problem?
Your husband may not be able to get lower dentures. As it is, it is hard to get a really good fit with lowers - they pretty much just sit there and you need to have stability. The way his gums have grown, it would be difficult to get that stability and then he would cause more damage because he would be chewing on the denture which would push down more on his disfigured gingiva. Is it hard and bony? It could actually be mandibular tori, which are bony overgrowths. Again, that would interfere with fit. Your hubby will likely have to undergo reconstructive surgery to remove or alter the excess bone or gingiva (whatever it is) and heal completely before he can get fitted for a denture. Good luck.