It's whitish and hurts! What are some ways to get rid of it?
2007-03-12 10:13:08 · 7 answers · asked by ellizi 3 in Health ➔ Dental
What kinda sore is it too? and please no "go see your dentist" trust me i dont need that kind of advice
2007-03-12 10:13:44 · update #1
Start using L-lystine twice daily.[ 500 mg ]
It really works.
It is in with the vitamins and supplements.
Good luck.
2007-03-12 10:25:49 · answer #1 · answered by Cammie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What shape is it. If is is round and sort of indented it is probably a mouth ulcer or canker sore. Some suggestions: change to a baking soda toothpaste. It can help change the alkalinity of your mouth slightly so it can heal. Make sure to avoid very spicy or acid foods (e.g. orange juice, tomatoes, hot sauce) that will aggravate the sore. There are canker sore products sold that will form a bandage over the sore. You can also "paint" the sore with a cotton swab and an antacid such as mylanta (the plain white stuff only). The sore should resolve in 3- 5 days. If it doesn't please see your doctor or dentist for further evaluation. Also, please remember that this is an opening in your mouth that could serve as an entrance point for disease and take precautions against STD's. Best wishes.
2007-03-12 17:25:10 · answer #2 · answered by Nikkosmom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Canker sores are very painful. Rinse your mouth 2-3 times a day with warm salt water. This will help the sore heal faster and is very inexpensive.
2007-03-12 17:22:29 · answer #3 · answered by Darlin1_66 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's called a Canker Sore. Whenever I get one, I use some Colgate Peroxyl to numb and help heal it. It usually lasts a week.
2007-03-12 17:19:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is either a canker sore or a cold sore. Use abreva, or rinse with salt water. Carmex can also help.
2007-03-12 17:21:55 · answer #5 · answered by lestermount 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
canker sore.
put some salt on it.
It will hurt like a mother, but it will speed up the healing.
2007-03-12 17:21:39 · answer #6 · answered by Jack Chedeville 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like herpes. Try preparation H
2007-03-12 17:17:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋