How to Quickly Heal Mouth Ulcers
Mar 17, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Dong
Introduction
In general, for oral ulcers (canker sores), topical medications can be used to promote faster healing. For patients with only a few ulcers, ulcer-adhesive patches may be applied directly onto the ulcer surface. For example, dexamethasone acetate adhesive tablets (e.g., Yike Tie®) can be placed over the ulcer. Alternatively, ulcer powders—such as Bing Peng San, Qing Dai San, or Xi Gua Shuang—may be used.
Generally, oral ulcers are more likely to occur when immunity is compromised—for instance, during the premenstrual and menstrual phases in women, primarily due to elevated progesterone levels coupled with decreased estrogen levels. Other contributing factors include malnutrition and frequent colds. So, how can oral ulcers heal quickly? The following addresses this question.
How to Accelerate Healing of Oral Ulcers
Generally, to promote faster healing of oral ulcers, topical medications may be used. For a small number of ulcers, ulcer-adhesive patches can be applied directly onto the ulcer surface—such as dexamethasone acetate adhesive tablets (e.g., Yiketie®). Alternatively, ulcer powders—including Bingpeng Powder, Qingdai Powder, or Watermelon Frost—may be applied topically to the affected area.
For multiple ulcers, mouth rinses such as compound chlorhexidine gluconate solution or potassium permanganate solution may be used for gargling, which also helps accelerate ulcer healing. Dietarily, patients should consume light, soft, semi-liquid, or liquid foods and avoid hard or abrasive foods.
Rinsing the mouth with warm saline solution regularly helps maintain oral hygiene. In addition to brushing teeth twice daily, rinsing with warm saline after meals can inhibit bacterial growth and alleviate pain.Consuming fresh vegetables and fruits rich in B-complex vitamins—such as carrots and kiwifruit—is also recommended.
The above suggestions are for reference only. Specific medication use should be guided by a qualified healthcare professional based on individual circumstances.
We hope this information is helpful to you.
