I have a sore in my mouth (on the inside of my gum. Is that normal? And when i move my toung a certian way i have a sore spot on it. what could it be?
2006-11-30 02:59:53 · 10 answers · asked by Nessa<3 1 in Health ➔ Dental
There are a number of things that could cause a mouth sore such as bacteria, virus, fungal infection, tooth abcess, sharp edge from a a broken tooth or filling could be some of the culprit. If the sore has lasted more than a week after your dentist check it. Meanwhile avoid things that irritate it like acidic food (orange juice, lemon juice).also check out American Dental Association link below for photos of some of the more common mouth sores.
http://www.ada.org/public/topics/mouth_sores.asp
http://www.nwsmilespecialist.com
2006-11-30 04:25:31 · answer #1 · answered by Dr. Samsavar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
these are most likely ulcers also called "canker sores" they are caused by acidic foods and soda. go to your pharmacy and ask for something to help with it. they sell lots of over the counter remedies. i know this will sound gross to most people, but buttermilk will heal them fast. just hold it in your mouth where the sore is for a couple minutes 2 or 3 times a day. Hydrogen peroxide helps too. it burns like crazy but it helps heal them and keep them from being as sore.
2006-11-30 11:04:10 · answer #2 · answered by I know, I know!!!! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sound like you could have contracted herpes (either complex from oral sex or simplex from someone with cold sores) One other possibility is they are a sign of a build up of toxins in your system. This happens to my oldest son and they go away as soon as he has a bowel movement. Sorry to be so graphic but it's the truth.
I would see a regular doctor first. If it's not one of these he'll refer you to your dentist.
2006-11-30 11:05:00 · answer #3 · answered by sixcannonballs 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try rinsing your mouth a few times a day with Listerine. If that doesn't help - try your dentist.
2006-11-30 11:02:10 · answer #4 · answered by sweetpea 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be from something you ate.
something hot, sour or spicy would do it.
try not to aggrivate them and get some oral-gel if they're really painful
2006-11-30 11:18:22 · answer #5 · answered by drtgirlz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try mouth wash I would consult a doctor on it. but its not normal.
2006-11-30 11:04:45 · answer #6 · answered by misty blue 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NESSA GET SOME LISTERINE AND IF THAT DONT HELP IN 5 DAYS GO TO UR DOC I DONT BELIEVE ITS NOTHING SERIOUS AT ALL A CANKER INFECTED MOUTHS HEAL QUICKLY DONT WORRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2006-11-30 11:03:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your dentist
2006-11-30 11:00:54 · answer #8 · answered by John Scary 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
an ulser? dont worry about it, put bonjela on it
2006-11-30 11:01:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
salt water and swish
2006-11-30 11:12:34 · answer #10 · answered by clumsy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋