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Mouth ulcers are relatively common, and they can be quite irritating. People who suffer from mouth ulcers have painful sores which are open, white in color, and have a red border that's inflamed. Usually, these sores appear on the lips, underneath the tongue, the floor of the mouth or the inside part of the cheeks. Mouth ulcers aren't considered serious, and they usually heal within a couple of days. Herpetiform ulcers typically appear as clusters of ulcers, and these are deeper than the regular ones. No matter what type of mouth ulcer you have, it's helpful to know the different treatments:

Antimicrobial Mouthwash or Ointment

When an ulcer or a sore forms in your mouth, it can be excruciating especially at the beginning. However, the pain would usually lessen in a couple of days, and your sores would heal on their own even without treatment. But if you have painful, large or even persistent wounds, then that's a different story. In such cases, the dentist may prescribe an antimicrobial mouthwash or even a corticosteroid ointment for the sores. The dentist may also recommend a unique solution, either prescription or non-prescription, to lessen the irritation and the pain.

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Medicines for the pain and swelling

More often than not, you'd suffer from tolerable discomfort and pain when you have mouth ulcers. Also, you may not need treatment for the sores especially if they're not that big or that many. But if the sores come with pain and swelling, you may take some medicines for that. There are specialized solutions meant to reduce the pain and swelling which come with this condition. Also, you can purchase some over-the-counter pain relievers that you'd have to take orally.

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Use Licorice Root

When it comes to treatments of mouth ulcers you can cure mouth ulcers using licorice root. This herb serves as a demulcent which forms a protective coating in your mouth. This would help soothe pain and resist irritation. The herb also has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, so it's great for the condition. Crush the herb then soak it in water for a couple of hours. Then rinse your mouth with water throughout the day.

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Coriander Seeds Infusion

One Ayurvedic remedy you can make at home is a coriander seeds infusion. This will help reduce the inflammation and bring relief from the pain. To make the infusion, boil the seeds in water, strain the liquid, then allow to cool. Use the liquid as a mouth rinse a couple of times each day.

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Soothe Ulcers with Coconut Milk

Coconut milk is also very beneficial in the treatment of mouth ulcers. This home remedy can help ease the pain you're feeling from the sores. All you need to do is mix the coconut milk with some honey then apply it to the affected area. Do this about 3-4 times a day. You can also use pure coconut milk as a mouth rinse the same number of times each day. Or you can apply the fresh coconut milk or coconut oil on your mouth ulcers.

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Baking Soda

Baking soda is one of the more common home remedies which is beneficial for many conditions. You can also use it in the treatment of mouth ulcers. It's especially helpful if your mouth sores came from consuming acidic foods and beverages. It can also reduce the inflammation and eliminate bacteria and germs. Keep in mind, though, that you may feel a burning sensation when you apply baking soda on your mouth ulcers. Create a thin paste of water, and baking soda then uses this to the affected area a couple of times a day.

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Hydrogen Per-Oxide and Sea Salt

Hydrogen peroxide and sea salt can also be very useful in the treatment of this condition. Both these ingredients have antiseptic, disinfectant, and anti-inflammatory properties. So you can use them separately or combine them for a more effective treatment. Add equal amounts of these ingredients to warm water and mix well. Use the mixture as a mouth rinse about 1-2 times each day. Be careful not to swallow any of the mixes, though.

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Other Home Remedies

There are other home remedies you can use as well for the treatment of mouth ulcers. You can use honey to soothe the sores and help speed up the process of healing. Honey also has antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Also, you can apply aloe vera juice or gel to the affected area to ease the pain and promote healing as this is a natural antiseptic.

Celery is also quite beneficial. Chew on a fresh stalk of celery to provide relief from the sores because of its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Finally, you can also use basil leaves if you want to accelerate the healing process. Basil leaves have anti-fungal, antiviral, and antibacterial properties too. Wash the leaves thoroughly, chew them, then sip some water after. This will also help reduce bad breath.

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Maintain Dental Hygiene

As you can see, there are many home remedies you can use to treat mouth ulcers. Whether you choose the pharmaceutical medications or the natural home remedies, there are some things you can do to help make the treatment more effective. First of all, you should drink a lot of water and maintain your dental hygiene. Both these steps will help promote the healing and prevent any unnecessary pain. Also, stay away from spicy foods if you have mouth ulcers as these might exacerbate your condition. Rinse your mouth using salt water and apply an ice cube to the area for temporary pain relief.

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Consult your Doctor

Finally, you can also consult with a doctor if you're suffering from mouth ulcers. For one, consult when you have a non-painful ulcer in your mouth or ulcers which you think unusually large or painful. Also, go to the doctor if the ulcers spread or if they last for more than three weeks. If your mouth ulcers also come with fever or if they develop after you start taking a new medication, then consult with a doctor too. The important thing is to observe your condition, so you know when to seek professional help.

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