Oral Ulcers Treatment in Indore

Oral Ulcers – Description

Oral ulcers, which are also known as mouth ulcers or canker sores, are painful sores or lesions that develop in the mouth, on the lips and cheeks, in the tongue or on the roof of the mouth. They are circular or oval, having a white or yellow or grey centre and a red rim around. Most of the oral ulcers are not contagious and can cause discomfort when speaking, eating, and drinking. They are typically small and self-limiting and resolve within 1- 2 weeks. In other instances, however, recurrent or severe ulceration can be seen as a sign of a health complication.

Types of Oral Ulcers

1. Aphthous Ulcers (Canker Sores)

Most common type.

Existence of small, round, painful sores inside the mouth.

It can be caused by stress or a minor injury, a deficiency of certain vitamins or some foods.

2. Traumatic Ulcers

Mechanical injury (biting the cheek, sharp teeth, braces or dentures).

Heal most of the time when the wound is removed.

3. Viral Ulcers

Examples are viral infections like Herpes Simplex Virus.

Frequently manifest as cold sores of the lips or the mouth.

Contagious in nature.

4. Fungal Ulcers

In most cases, as a result of Candida infection occurs in immunocompromised patients.

Ulcers or painful white patches.

5. Drug-Induced or Chemical Ulcers.

Due to some drugs (e.g., chemotherapy) or chemical irritants.

Looks like painful ulcers in the mouth.

6. Intrinsic Disease-Related Ulcers.

Present in ailments such as Behcet's disease, Crohn's disease or deficiencies of vitamins.

Frequent, acute, and accompanied by other body symptoms.

Symptoms of Oral Ulcers

Painful sores in the mouth

Raising, feverish rims and white or yellow centres.

Problems in eating, drinking or speaking.

Pain or numbness in advance of an ulcer is observed.

In severe cases, sometimes fever or swollen lymph nodes.

Prevention of Oral Ulcers

1. Maintain Oral Hygiene

Clean the teeth using a soft-bristle brush.

Brush your teeth every day to prevent injury and infection.

Take mouthwash where necessary.

2. Avoid Trauma

Chew on hard food carefully.

Do not bite cheeks, lips or tongue.

Have the dentures and braces in place.

3. Dietary Measures

Consume a healthy diet that is high in vitamins B12, C, folic acid, and iron.

Avoid acidic and spicy or very hot foods when likely to get ulcers.

4. Manage Stress

Aphthous ulcers can be caused by stress and anxiety.

Use relaxation methods, such as meditation, yoga, and deep breathing.

5. Avoid Irritants

Limit tobacco and alcohol

Do not use severe mouthwashes or chemical irritants.

6. Therapy Underlying Conditions.

Treat vitamin deficiencies.

Treat gastrointestinal, immune or systemic disorders in cases of recurrent ulcers.