How to quickly heal a mouth ulcer

Jul 08, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I've been eating too much spicy food these past couple of days, and now I have a mouth ulcer. How can I recover quickly?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Chao

Aphthous ulcers, commonly known as mouth sores, are a common type of oral mucosal disease. They often present as painful round or oval ulcers. The following measures may help relieve the condition:

1. Maintain good oral hygiene: Gently brushing teeth and using fluoride mouthwash can help reduce the risk of infection and promote healing.

2. Apply soothing agents: Using topical gels or lozenges containing anesthetic ingredients, such as lidocaine hydrochloride solution, can help alleviate pain.

3. Supplement with vitamins: Increasing intake of B-complex vitamins, especially vitamin B2, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12, may aid in the repair of oral mucosal tissue.

4. Laser or microwave therapy: For patients with severe aphthous ulcers, treatments such as laser or microwave therapy devices directed at the ulcerated area may help reduce local exudation and promote healing of the ulcer.

If ulcers persist or recur frequently, prompt medical consultation is recommended.