15. Mouth Ulcer

Question 1

What ?

Answer 1

Breaks surface of your mouth
Nerves are close to the surface thats why feels painful

Question 2

Why?

Answer 2

accidentally biting

bumping with toothbrush

burning with a hot drink

dentures rough edge on a tooth
stress

certain medicines

nutrient deficiency, such as vitamin B12, iron or folic acid

when you are quitting smoking

a virus, such as herpes simplex (cold sore) or varicella zoster

Question 3

Treatment?

Answer 3

Pain Relief: Paracetamol

Mouthwashes: Antiseptic mouthwashes Clorohexidine (kills bacteria) Twice daily

Protective Paste: Orabase paste. Will work like a protective covering. Prevent irritation from food and drink and ease discomfort.

Local Analgesics: Use to get relief Pain. Choline salicylate dental gel (eg, Bonjela® and Ora-sed®) may relieve discomfort. (Before applying the gel, wipe the surface free of mucus, then apply a small amount of gel (cover the tip of the index finger) and rub into affected area not more often than every 3 hours. Avoid getting it on your dentures – wait at least 30 minutes after use before putting dentures back in.)

Most mouth ulcers get better on their own within 1–2 weeks
Antiseptic mouthwashes: ­warm salt water

Question 4

How to use?

Answer 4

Before applying the gel, wipe the surface free of mucus, then apply a small amount of gel (cover the tip of the index finger) and rub into affected area not more often than every 3 hours.

Avoid getting it on your dentures – wait at least 30 minutes after use before putting dentures back in.

Question 5

Self Care?

Answer 5

use a soft toothbrush to reduce further damage

rinse your mouth with a warm salt-water mouthwash (see below)

avoid spicy foods or acidic food

avoid chewing gum

Avoid hot drinks

take paracetamol for pain relief.