Dentzz- Neglecting Ulcerated Mouth Can Lead to Future Oral Problems

Grooming and living a hygienic lifestyle is very important for a person. It is important to care for each part of the body equally, because when you meet someone the first thing they notice is your face and then your smile. Hence, it is always good to have a healthy oral hygiene.

Ulcerated mouth is a dental problem that needs to be treated well. If the ulcer is quite wide and in a tinge of yellow, the reason for it can be trauma. Cold sores in the mouth can occur frequently and spread around the gums, tongue, and throat and inside of the cheeks.

Causes:

• There are many causes for mouth ulcer like minor mouth injury, brushing with force, sports injury, or accidental bite, toothpastes and mouth rinses that contain sodium lauryl sulphate, lack of essential vitamins, especially B-12, zinc, folate, and iron, allergic response to mouth bacteria, dental braces etc.
• It can also be caused by other serious problems like celiac disease which is a condition in which the body is unable to tolerate gluten, inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes mellitus, Bechet’s disease which is a condition that causes inflammation throughout the body.

Most mouth ulcers that are minor can take around ten to fifteen days to heal without causing any lasting problems. However, the severe ulcers that can have lasting effect on the teeth take a longer time. In some cases, ulcers can lead to a scar as well.

Treatment:

• Corticosteroids are a type of treatment that can reduce inflammation. This is done to eliminate the pain that comes with mouth ulcers and also leads to faster healing. Corticosteroids are available in many different forms, including mouthwashes and sprays. There are some effective antimicrobial mouthwashes that can help kill bacteria, viruses or fungi that infect the ulcer. 
• Chlorhexidine gluconate is the most frequently prescribed mouthwash, while there are various gels and sprays that are also available. Chlorhexidine gluconate is normally used twice a day. Once you use chlorhexidine gluconate, you may see a brownish stain on your teeth. This tint is not permanent, and ideally your teeth must get back to its normal colour.

If the ulcer is quite severe, it is best to visit the dentists instead of self-treating and complicating the problem. There are certain pain killers that dentists may suggest to avoid the pain. However, visiting a dentist will let you know how bad it is and what can be done about it. If ulcer affects children then there are other remedies other than a mouthwash. Our Dentzz clinics in Mumbaiand Delhi, have experienced and well trained dentists who can help you figureout the seriousness of the ulcer.