Sores in the mouth: home remedies to cure canker sores

The canker sores or tongue sores or anywhere in the mouth can become extremely painful and can have different causes, but they can be cured with home and natural remedies.

These small ulcers are called canker sores and usually cause a slight burning or tingling sensation. They usually start out as just a pore that later turns red and shows a yellowish white coat, Made up of fibrin, a protein that appears when blood clots.

Sores or canker sores of the mouth they are usually smaller than a lentil, but they can reach up to 3 cm in diameter.

In general, They heal on their own in a few days. no later than two weeks. A sore or stain in the mouth that remains above that time, even if it does not bother, requires a doctor to see it.

Why do sores or canker sores appear in the mouth?

Canker sores can have several causes. They mostly arise for completely harmless reasons, as a lesion on the oral mucosa. A sore can appear, for example, when we accidentally bite our tongue or when we bite the inside of our cheek when eating.

However, the following causes may also be behind the appearance of mouth sores or canker sores:

Intolerance to some foodDisorders such as celiac disease, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, and chronic inflammatory bowel diseases.general immunodeficiency (for example, in the case of diabetes).deficiency symptoms (for example, iron or vitamin B12).fluctuations in the hormonal balance.Stress.

If thrush appears in the mouth repeatedly, it is convenient for the doctor to look for what the cause may be.

home remedies for mouth sores

We can resort to several home remedies to cure sores, but it is important to remember that good oral hygiene it also contributes to healing.

The following home remedies for canker sores They can speed up the healing process or relieve some pain:

Ice. You can suck on ice cubes to relieve pain. The cold numbs the pain in the mouth because it narrows the blood vessels.Honey. Apply some honey on the affected area. Contains hydrogen peroxide and methylglyoxal, which kill bacteria in the wound and thus speed healing.Infusion of sage and chamomile. Both sage and chamomile are anti-inflammatory and an effective home remedy for canker sores. Mix two tablespoons of the loose plants, put them in a bag to make infusions. Leave the bag in freshly boiled water for 5 minutes, take it out and let it cool. Once cold press it gently against the sore. Let it act for 20 minutes and repeat the process two or three times a day.Tea tree oil. Tea tree works as a home remedy for canker sores because it can fight different types of infections. Mix three drops in a teaspoon of olive oil and apply it to the inflamed area three times a day.Chemical yeast. Baking powder helps to restore the pH value in the oral cavity. Mix a little baking powder with a little water and put the paste on the canker sore.Myrrh. Folk medicine uses tincture of myrrh mainly against inflammation of the gums and canker sores. Put a little tincture of myrrh on the canker sore or rinse your mouth with it.Calendula. Calendula is one of the most proven medicinal plants for skin and mucous membrane problems and lesions. Put a few drops of calendula extract in lukewarm water and rinse your mouth well with it. This supports the healing process and canker sores disappear faster.Aloe vera. The pure gel that is extracted from the aloe vera leaf provides a large amount of very effective substances that are good for the skin and fight inflammation. Apply some gel to the canker sores several times a day.Clove oil. For mouth ulcers, but also for toothaches and gum problems, clove oil is worth a try. The special thing about this oil is that its active ingredients not only disinfect and support healing, but also slightly numb and relieve pain. Simply put a drop of clove oil on a cotton swab and clean the canker sores with it.Salt. Rinse the canker sores with a light saline solution. To do this, add a good pinch of table salt to a glass of warm water. This disinfects the damaged oral mucosa and supports its healing process.

How to cure a sore in the mouth: more tips

Avoid irritating foods during the healing phase. These include citrus fruits, hot spices, or foods that make a lot of crumbs.

Maintain good oral hygiene. Brush your teeth regularly and use mouthwash if necessary.Avoid alcohol and tobacco.

Home remedies are usually enough to cure individual canker sores. Howeverif the canker sores bother you very frequently, appear in groups or do not finish healing, a visit to the doctor is recommended.

Diet to prevent sores

by Dr. Josep Lluís Berdonces

Mouth ulcers or canker sores are a very common problem.: We have all suffered from them at some time. It is said that they have to do with some somewhat low defensesbut it is not verified either.

The truth is there are foods that, consumed in excess, induce them. It is the case of hydrogenated fats (present mainly in margarines and pastry products), cured cheeses, sausages or sweets and trinkets in general.

it suits replace them with foods rich in beta-carotene or provitamin A (such as carrot, apricot, or mango juice) and in vitamin C (fresh fruits and vegetables in general).

If after enriching the diet with fruit and vegetable juices the situation does not improve, you can try some beta carotene supplement. I also recommend change the sugar for honey, which has a healing action.

Liquorice infusions, or better still, mouthwashes with concentrated liquorice herbal teaThey can also help heal canker sores.

They can also be performed rinses with astringent plants twice a day. Boil for ten minutes about 30 g of blackberry leaves, or loosestrife, in a liter of water. Let it rest for another ten to fifteen minutes and add lemon juice.