Canker Sore & Toothache Relief
Canker Sore Pain
A canker sore can be painful, and it can also make everyday tasks like talking or eating extremely uncomfortable. These small ulcers are shallow, open wounds in the mouth that can cause a painful burning sensation. If you suffer from canker sores, it's important to make some lifestyle changes or use a treatment specifically designed to help you deal with this common ailment.
What Is A Canker Sore?
How Long Do Canker Sores Last?
What Causes Canker Sores?
Canker Sore Symptoms
The uncomfortable sores typically start feeling better within 7-10 days. However, severe ulcers can take up to six weeks or longer to heal. Consider the possibility of a canker sore, or canker sores, if you notice any combination of the following symptoms:
- Burning or tingling in your mouth before sores appear
- Painful ulcers that appear red around the border and white or yellow in the center
- Pain or discomfort while brushing your teeth, eating, drinking or talking
- Swollen lymph nodes or fever (sometimes)
How To Prevent Canker Sores?
- Avoid any foods that trigger your outbreaks (spicy, salty or acidic)
- Reduce alcohol consumption
- Eat plenty of foods high in iron, vitamin B-12 and Zinc
- Try deep breathing, yoga or meditation to reduce stress
- Practice good oral hygiene (brushing, flossing and rinsing)
- Use a soft toothbrush to avoid injury and irritation
Canker Sore Relief
Most canker sores heal on their own within a few weeks. But there's no need to endure the pain. There are many over-the-counter products formulated to help the ulcers heal faster while reducing your discomfort. Canker sore treatments are typically topical products that come in the form of a gel, cream, paste, or liquid. Apply them directly to the sore as indicated on the package directions until the sore or sores heal. CVS Pharmacy offers a selection of antiseptic mouth rinses, soothing gels and protective tablets shown to deliver fast relief.Leche de magnesiacan also help relieve canker sores. Put a dab on a cotton swab and then apply it to the sore until it heals.
Canker Sore Treatment
However, canker sores can also be a sign of infection, nutritional deficiencies or a compromised immune system. If you're getting canker sores frequently or over-the-counter treatments aren't helping your pain and only providing temporary relief, consider consulting your doctor or dentist for further evaluation. Your provider may recommend prescription medication or cauterization, a treatment that eliminates ulcerated tissue and canker sore pain.
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