I keep getting these painful canker sores in my mouth. What can I do to get rid of them?
2006-09-27 00:33:06 · 7 answers · asked by bigheadrossman 2 in Health ➔ Dental
canker sores are viral so unfortunately there is no cure-and yes they hurt terribly ( i get them on occasion)
stress usually brings these on and in some people-poor hygiene can as well.....
to treat them:
try using anbesol liquid-apply with a q-tip directly to the sore itself-this will help numb it for a while and relieve the pain
keep your mouth as clean as possible-flossing and brushing after eating anything. if u are unable to brush or floss-rinse your mouth out really good with warm water.
i found that taking ibuprofen around the clock worked great for stopping the pain. take 200-400mg every 6 hours but no more than 1200mg in 24 hours
avoid eating or drinking things that are too acidic ( fruits, orange juice,etc) or anything spicy-these will irritate the sore and make it hurt worse....
expect them to last about 10-14 days.....
2006-09-27 00:38:50 · answer #1 · answered by prncessang228 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As mentioned, OTC meds, and keeping them clean will help with the healing process. I prefer salt water and peroxide over mouth wash. In some of the research I have done I found toothpaste containing Soduim Lauryl Sulfate to be a big no-no. Most toothpaste have this, but if you look around you can find some that doesn't (Rembrant generally doesn't). This has made a big difference in the frequency of sores I get. Also your family doctor can prescribe "Mary's Magic Mouthwash". This is a bunch of stuff mixed together which includes anti-biotic, antihistimine and soothing agents. This stuff tastes like crap, but it helps with the pain. Hope this helps.
2006-09-27 08:12:51 · answer #2 · answered by Charles B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get canker sore meds from any drug store. Should be in the mouth wash and toothpaste sections. I use salt water on mine. It HURTS LIKE HELL at first, but I think the salt shrinks them or something. Ya might try Listerine or another less potent antiseptic mout wash.
Some more info at site below.
2006-09-27 07:37:07 · answer #3 · answered by Mr Mojo Risin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask the physican, or cvs ,ther is something over the counter, also if you keep getting them I would ask my doctor questions
2006-09-27 09:00:26 · answer #4 · answered by elizabeth_davis28 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try taking acidophilus. You can get it in any vitamin section.
2006-09-27 11:42:16 · answer #5 · answered by James L 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it'll hurt when you do it, but will heal faster.....
warm salt water....gargle real good
2006-09-27 15:54:18 · answer #6 · answered by TAM 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
wait
2006-09-27 07:34:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋