Learn about the best treatment and prevention of mouth ulcers

Mouth ulcers, or what is known as thrush, are erosion of the tissues that line the mucous membrane of the cheek from the inside. These ulcers appear in the form of blisters of different sizes, and they are very painful when rubbing the tongue or when rubbing food. Learn with us about the causes of these ulcers and how to treat and prevent mouth ulcers Of which?

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What are mouth ulcers?

Mouth ulcers are white or yellow patches surrounded by red inflammation on the cheek, behind the lips, on the sides of the tongue, or around the tonsils. 

A person may have mouth ulcers several times and is likely to have several ulcers at the same time, so attention should be paid to the cause and treatment.

Mouth sores often go away on their own within a few days and shouldn't last more than a week, or else they are evidence of an illness that requires a medical diagnosis. .

The patient is more likely to get ulcers in cases of stress, fear and psychological pressure. Males and females are susceptible, but the risk of developing mouth ulcers in girls is greater, and when mouth ulcers continue to appear with increasing size; It must be presented to the doctor quickly, it may be oral cancer or symptoms of a specific disease.

Causes of mouth ulcers Causes of mouth ulcers

vary and range in severity from simple mouth ulcers that go away on their own to multiple ulcers that indicate oral cancer, among these causes:

• Biting the lining of the cheek or lip may be the cause of a painful mouth ulcer.
• Inadequate and persistent oral hygiene may cause these ulcers to appear.
• A burn caused by inadvertently eating hot food causes irritation and the development of mouth ulcers.
• Deficiencies in nutrients such as vitamin B12 and B9 known as folic acid and iron can cause mouth ulcers.
• Ulcers can also appear from certain medications, such as pain relievers, which can lead to hypersensitivity in some people.
• Autoimmune diseases and here the weakness of the patient's immune system makes any bacteria or viruses that enter the mouth capable of causing mouth ulcers in addition to other diseases.
• Some gastrointestinal diseases cause mouth irritation, such as Crohn's disease, which causes inflammatory bowel disease.
• When you quit smoking, some of these ulcers may appear in the first period, which disappear with time.
• Dentures or braces can cause sores due to the difficulty of cleaning food particles from them and the constant friction of the orthodontic wires against the cells lining the cheek.
• Allergies to certain foods such as strawberries, pineapple and chocolate may also cause mouth ulcers, and this sensitivity varies from person to person.
• The hormonal changes during menstruation and the stress associated with it can lead to sores.
• Bacterial, fungal and viral infections may be the cause of mouth ulcers

What is the treatment of mouth ulcers?

Mouth sores that are minor or have physical causes often disappear naturally once the cause is gone within 10 to 14 days, but can last up to six weeks.

You can't always prevent mouth sores all the time, but most recurring mouth sores happen for reasons you can avoid, such as:

• Avoid biting the cheek or tongue.
• Adjusting and replacing dentures, braces, rough or tapered fillings, sharp or broken teeth, and regular dental exams
• Avoid cuts or burns while eating or drinking, such as hard foods, hot spices, or hot, acidic, or allergic drinks.
• Avoid squeezing the sore or pimple and trying to empty it.
• Avoid overusing certain medications, especially NSAIDs.
• Stay away as much as possible from stress and anxiety.
• Quit Smoking.
• Avoid unnecessary direct exposure to the sun and use sunscreen on the lips and corners of the mouth.

Treating Mouth Sores Naturally Mouth

sores need time to heal, but some simple home measures can help 

• reduce ulcer irritation.
• Speed ​​up the healing process.
• Reduce pain.
• Reduce the chance of the ulcer returning.

This is done by:

• Use a soft-bristled toothbrush.
• Drink cold or iced drinks to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
• Do not use toothpaste containing sodium lauryl sulfate.
• Baking soda is believed to help heal mouth ulcers because it has an alkaline effect that equalizes the acidic pH balance in ulcers and reduces inflammation. 
• You can prepare it by dissolving one teaspoon of baking soda in half a cup of water, washing your mouth with this solution for 15 to 30 seconds, then spitting it out and repeating as needed.
• Don't worry, baking soda doesn't hurt when you swallow it, but it's very salty so it's best to throw it away after gargling.
• Coconut oil has antimicrobial capabilities and is useful in treating mouth ulcers caused by bacteria and preventing their spread. It is also a natural anti-inflammatory that helps reduce redness and pain. It can be used several times a day until the ulcer disappears.
• Natural, unprocessed honey, as well as unpasteurized and unfiltered honey, have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. According to several studies, honey is effective in reducing ulcer pain, size, and redness. To use, apply honey on the ulcer four times a day.
• Apple cider vinegar: Mix a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with a glass of water to reduce its pungent and irritating acidic effects. Repeat this process several times until cured.
• Orange juice: Helps heal mouth ulcers quickly thanks to its effective vitamin C content.
• Garlic: Rubbing a clove of garlic on the mouth ulcer on a daily basis for several minutes helps speed healing.
• Chamomile: It has anti-inflammatory properties, and chamomile is also useful in treating mouth ulcers.

In the end, you should know that prevention is better than cure, so try to follow the advice we gave to not get mouth ulcers, and in the event of infection, follow the methods of treating mouth ulcers that I have listed for you. You can also consult the clinical pharmacist specialized in Adam Pharmacy through the websites or by calling.