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Do mouth ulcers make everyday life painful?

With Clove Dental’s gentle care and targeted treatments, ulcers heal faster and discomfort fades — so you can eat, speak, and smile without worry. Our specialists use evidence-based topical treatments, nutritional guidance, and painless laser therapy tailored to your needs.

What Are Mouth Ulcers?

Mouth ulcers (also known as canker sores or aphthous ulcers) are small, painful lesions that develop inside your mouth on the inner cheeks, tongue, gums, or lips. They can make eating, drinking, or even talking uncomfortable.

Who Can Benefit from Ulcer treatment?

Mouth ulcer treatment at Clove Dental is for patients who:

  • Experience frequent, painful ulcers that don’t heal
  • Have difficulty eating or speaking due to sores
  • Suffer from ulcers caused by braces or sharp teeth
  • Need advanced laser healing for faster recovery
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Types of Mouth Ulcers

There are several types of mouth sores and lesions, each with distinct characteristics:

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Canker sores (aphthous ulcers):

The most common type of mouth ulcers. They appear as white or yellow sores with red edges. While the exact cause is unknown, factors like minor trauma, acidic foods, and stress may trigger them.

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Oral lichen planus:

This condition causes itchy rashes and white, lace-like sores inside the mouth. It’s an immune system response, primarily affecting women and people assigned female at birth over 50.

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Leukoplakia

Characterized by white or gray patches inside the mouth, leukoplakia results from excess cell growth. It’s often associated with chronic irritation from tobacco use but can occur without an apparent cause. These lesions are usually non-cancerous.

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Erythroplakia

These are red patches appearing on the oral membrane, including tongue, inner cheeks or floor of mouth. Erythroplakia is often linked to tobacco use. Unlike leukoplakia, these patches are usually precancerous or cancerous.

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Oral thrush

A fungal infection that is caused by the overgrowth of Candida Albicans. It presents itself as red and creamy white sores or patches in the mouth. Oral thrush is also seen to be occurring in relation with antibiotic treatments or weakened immune systems.

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Mouth cancer

In a few cases, oral cancer manifests itself as persistent red or white mouth sores or ulcers that do not heal on their own. If any mouth ulcer is seen to be present over three weeks, it should be checked by a professional.

Mouth Ulcer Causes

For Mouth ulcers it becomes difficult to at times understand their exact cause as various factors contribute to their development. Women, children and adolescents or ones with a family history of the condition are seen to be more prone to developing ulcers.

Common causes and risk factors include:

  1. Physical trauma or injury:
  • Accidental biting of the cheek or tongue
  • Dental work or poorly fitting dental appliances
  • Hard brushing or irritating toothpaste
  • Sports injuries
  • Cuts or burns from food or drinks
  1. Medications:
  • Autoimmune diseases (e.g., lupus, oral lichen planus, Behçet's disease)
  • Inflammatory bowel diseases (e.g., Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis)
  • Celiac disease
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Weakened immune system
  1. Nutritional factors
  • Deficiencies in vitamins B12, B9 (folate), D, iron, and zinc
  1. Hormonal changes:
  • Menstruation, pregnancy, puberty, and menopause
  1. Stress and lifestyle factors:
  • Emotional stress and anxiety
  • Lack of sleep
  • Quitting smoking
  1. Irritants and sensitivities:
  • Toothpaste or mouthwash containing sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)
  • Acidic or spicy foods and beverages
  • Food intolerances or allergies
  1. Medications:
  • Some NSAIDs, beta-blockers, and pain killers
  1. Infections:
  • Bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, including hand, foot, and mouth disease

How are Mouth Ulcers Diagnosed?

The majority of mild mouth ulcers are easily detectable and don't need to be thoroughly investigated. But if you go to the doctor, the diagnosis usually entails the following steps:

  1. Visual examination

A basic clinical examination is typically sufficient for a healthcare provider to diagnose mouth ulcers. They will assess the lesions' location, kind, and appearance.

  1. Medical history

While discussing your case history, your doctor will inquire about any possible triggers or related symptoms. Alongwith medical history the frequency, duration, and severity of your ulcers too helps understand the situation better.

  1. Further investigations

For severe, persistent, or numerous lesions, few more tests are suggested to understand the recurring cause, namely:

  • Complete blood count (CBC) test
  • Quantitative C-Reactive Protein and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)These tests reveal persistent infection or inflammation in the body. This may be connected to specific medical disorders that result in mouth ulcers.
  • Tests for vitamin B12 and vitamin B9 (folate)Done to identify dietary deficits that exacerbate the development of ulcers.
  • Additional specific testing (if required)

Dos and Don'ts with Mouth Ulcers

Do

  • Do maintain good oral hygiene.
  • Do manage stress effectively.
  • Do ensure a balanced diet.
  • Do visit a healthcare professional regularly.

Don't

  • Don't use harsh or irritating toothpaste.
  • Don't skip meals or eat excessively spicy foods.
  • Don't ignore persistent symptoms.
  • Don't neglect oral health check-ups.

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Mouth Ulcer Treatment

Most mouth ulcers heal in days. Home treatments can reduce pain and speed healing. If not, over-the-counter medications are available.

Home remedies and over-the-counter treatments

  1. Topical applications:
  • Baking soda paste
  • Milk of magnesia
  • Over-the-counter benzocaine products (e.g., Orajel, Anbesol)
  • Ice application
  1. Mouth rinses:
  • Salt water and baking soda rinse
  • Antiseptic mouth rinses
  1. Natural remedies:
  • Echinacea, myrrh, and licorice root (in various forms like teas or oils)
  • Applying damp tea bags to the ulcer
  1. Nutritional supplements:
  • Vitamin B9 (folate), vitamin B12, zinc, and iron supplements if deficiencies are present

Prescription treatments:

  1. Topical medications:
  • Steroid ointments (e.g., triamcinolone)
  • Pain-killing gels or ointments
  1. Mouth rinses:
  • Steroid tablets
  • Immunosuppressants (in severe cases)
  1. Natural remedies:
  • Steroid-containing rinses help to reduce pain and swelling
  • Antimicrobial rinses (e.g., chlorhexidine) to prevent infection and reduce inflammation
  1. Nutritional supplements:
  • Laser therapy or silver nitrate solution is used to reduce pain and speed up healing. It is typically performed for severe cases.

Why Choose Clove Dental

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Laser treatment

Yes, most laser dental procedures are virtually pain-free. The laser cauterizes as it works, reducing bleeding and discomfort. In many cases, anesthesia is not even required.

Absolutely! Laser dentistry is very safe for children. It's particularly useful for treating cavities, tongue-tie, and other pediatric dental issues with minimal discomfort.

Yes, laser dentistry is ideal for patients with sensitive gums. The precision of the laser means less trauma to surrounding tissue, reducing sensitivity and promoting faster healing.

While laser dentistry can handle many procedures, not all dental treatments can be performed with lasers. Your dentist will evaluate your specific needs and recommend the best approach.

In many cases, yes. Laser procedures are often faster because they are more precise and require less preparation time. Recovery is also typically quicker.

Because laser treatments require minimal or no anesthesia, you can usually eat and drink immediately after the procedure. However, your dentist may provide specific post-treatment instructions.

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