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Mouth Sores

The Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast
The Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast
Episode • Apr 18, 2022 • 14m

Canker sores also known as aphthous ulcers are among the most common ulcers in the mouth. What causes mouth sores? In this episode, we will talk more about that. We are going to discuss how knowing the symptoms can help deal with the illness better.

 

As an oral health care professional, my desire is to help people suffering from pain in their mouths, and in this episode, we will dive more into dealing with mouth ulcers. Contrary to popular belief canker sores are not the outcome of viral and bacterial infection but what really causes them? We will find out more in this week’s podcast. If you or any of your loved ones are experiencing canker sore, be sure to consult with a dentist who specializes in the treatment of diseases associated with teeth and gums.

 

Here are some basic questions to ask:

1) Do I have a canker sore?

2) If so, what factors may have contributed to its development? If not, what else could it be?

3) Do I need any tests?

4) What treatment approach do you recommend, if any?

5) What self-care steps can I take to ease my symptoms?

6) Is there anything I can do to speed up healing?

7) How soon do you expect my symptoms will improve?

8) Is there anything I can do to help prevent a recurrence?

 

Key Takeaways:

-The causes of canker sores

-How the end mouth pain

-Food that triggers canker sores

-Canker sores are not contagious

-Canker sores’ effect on the human body

-Using Theragel for canker sores help