Mouth Ulcer
Alternate Names : Canker Sore, Oral Ulcer, Denture Sore, Ulcerative Stomatitis
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Some methods to prevent mouth ulcers include the following:
Avoid food and drinks that are too hot.
Avoid foods, medications, and other substances that trigger allergic reactions.
Drink plenty of liquids when taking medications that cause mouth
dryness.
Eat a balanced diet, following the Food Guide Pyramid.
Follow good oral hygiene, including regular tooth brushing and flossing.
Practice safer sex
to avoid sexually transmitted
diseases
Seek prompt treatment for
denture problems, impacted teeth, or irritating orthodontic
appliances.
Quit smoking.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Mouth ulcers rarely cause long-term effects, unless they become seriously
infected.
What are the risks to others?
Some mouth ulcers are contagious through direct contact, while
others are not.
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