Keep the mouth clean with regular brushing and flossing
Rinse the mouth after using inhaled corticosteroids
Use a spacer with inhalers if prescribed
Remove and clean dentures daily
Avoid wearing dentures overnight
Limit sugary foods and drinks
Stay hydrated
Eat plain yogurt or other probiotic foods if tolerated
Quit smoking
Avoid alcohol-based mouthwashes
Use antifungal medicine as prescribed
Finish the full course of treatment
Replace toothbrushes after treatment starts
Control diabetes if present
Seek medical care if symptoms persist, worsen, or keep returning