Getting Rid Of Canker Sores

By Lela Wong

The sores that occur in your mouth from time to time are called canker sores. Canker sores can be quite painful depending on how big it is.

Canker sores usually last several days. No definitive reasons have been found about what causes canker sores.

Before canker sores get full blown, you can find ways to prevent it from happening. You should stop using toothpastes that have sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) in it. SLS dries the skin and causes the natural protection to break down resulting in canker sores.

Make sure you get a good amount of sleep. Lack of sleep causes stress which can cause canker sores.

If you do not get enough vitamin B, that can lead to canker sores. Buy some vitamin B if you feel you are lacking.

Wash your mouth with antibacterial mouth wash after you brush your teeth. Antibacterial rinse can get rid of the bacteria that could linger near your canker sores. You can also rinse with salt water or hydrogen peroxide.

Use a baking soda paste on your canker sores. Baking soda has curative properties and helps soothe the sore. You should also stop eating any kind of foods that will irritate the canker sore, such as chips or spicy food.

Get some yogurt to treat your canker sores. Yogurt has the ingredient called acidophilus which can boost your immune system. By boosting your immune system it could heal the canker sores faster.

You can also buy over-the-counter canker sore drugs at the pharmacy. These drugs can help soothe the sore. You can get either a spray or topical medication.

Do not wait until your canker sores become big and painful. As soon as you feel it coming on, starting doing all the above mentioned procedures to halt it in its tracks. - 30414

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