What should I do about mouth ulcers and jaw pain?
Disease description:
The mouth ulcer is particularly severe, with soreness in the cheek area, making it difficult to eat and even speak. I would like to know what to do for mouth ulcers and cheek pain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
When oral ulcers cause cheek pain, the following measures can help alleviate the discomfort:
1. Daily care: Maintain good oral hygiene by brushing your teeth in the morning and evening, and rinsing your mouth after meals to avoid irritation of the ulcerated area by food residues. Adjust your diet by consuming more fresh vegetables and fruits, such as apples and bananas, and avoiding spicy, irritating, or greasy foods to reduce irritation to the oral mucosa.
2. Medication: If the pain is severe, topical analgesic medications such as lidocaine gel or oral ulcer powder may be used under a doctor's guidance. Additionally, if the ulcer is caused by inflammation, anti-inflammatory medications such as cephalosporin antibiotics or amoxicillin may be taken orally.
3. Physical therapy: For oral ulcers caused by excessive internal heat or digestive system disorders, physical therapies such as laser or microwave treatments may be used to promote ulcer healing.
If symptoms persist or do not improve, prompt medical attention is recommended.
