Canker sores are one of the most irritating and painful of oral conditions plaguing thousands of people worldwide. Canker sores aren’t just uncomfortable they can be extremely painful and can even keep you awake at night. Unlike cold sores, canker sores are wounds that form within the soft tissue of the oral cavity namely the insides of lips and cheeks, gums and even the tongue.
Canker sores are small ulcers defined by the inner white cavity with a red lining. Sometimes canker sores can get so severe they may last for weeks. Here are some natural remedies for canker sores.
1-Reasons for Canker Sores
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According to Orthodontist Bill Crutchfield DDS living in Northern Virginia, Canker sores can be caused by a number of deficiencies, food sensitivity, stress, allergies and even hormonal changes. Poor immunity is also one of the reasons for canker sores. These irritating ulcers can also be triggered by injuries in your mouth such as chomping on your lip. Those with two x chromosomes are also prone to frequent canker sore infection.
Take a look at these great natural remedies that are sure to reduce the symptoms and infection of canker sores.
2-Avoid Acidic and Sugary Foods
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Acidic foods like citric fruit juices should be avoided; Acid acts like an irritant for canker sores and prolong the healing process. Sugar too converts to acid in your mouth and prolong the condition.
3-Change Your Toothpaste
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Toothpastes and oral rinses that contain sodium lauryl sulfate can easily trigger canker sores so it would be wise to switch to SLS free toothpaste.
4-Gargle with saline solution
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Gargling with salt water is always recommended by dentists for conditions like canker sores. Salt cleans and dehydrates sore to initiate the healing process. Salt solution also acts as a pain reliever.
5-Baking Soda Mouth Wash
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As baking soda is alkaline in nature, it can well neutralize any acid in the mouth which may act as irritants for the sores. Baking soda as a natural remedy for canker sores acts as a cleanser and pain reliever. Just dissolve a teaspoon of baking soda in a cup of warm water and swish it around the mouth.
6-Hydrogen Peroxide Rinse
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According to Crutchfield, hydrogen peroxide is an antiseptic which cleanses the sore and increases the healing process. The benefit of using hydrogen peroxide is that it will not burn like salt water. It will also soothe pain as hydrogen peroxide is a major ingredient in various gels for canker sores. You can make a solution of half peroxide and half cup water
7-Milk Of Magnesia
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Magnesium hydroxide also known as milk of magnesia is used commonly for heartburn, digestion and also as a laxative. It also helps in healing canker sores because of its alkaline properties. Milk of magnesia forms a layer or film over the sore protecting it from further irritation and infection. Applying these natural remedies for canker sores will benefit you by healing sores within a few days.
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