Getting Rid Of Canker Sores

By Chelsea Millikan

Canker sores are legions on the inside of your mouth that can happen anytime. A canker sore can be a real pain.

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

Prevention of canker sores is the best way to go. Avoid using toothpaste that contains sodium lauryl sulfate. SLS is a compound that can dry out your mouth leaving it more susceptible to 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 nutrients, that can also result in canker sores. Take multivitamins if you feel that you are getting enough nutrition.

Brush and wash your mouth with antibacterial mouth wash. This can kill most of the bacteria that may be causing the canker sores. Salt water and hydrogen peroxide can work just as well.

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.

Eat yogurt that have acidophilus in order to get rid of canker sores. Acidophilus improves your immune system and thereby decreases the length of your canker sore.

If you prefer, you can get medication from drugstores to ease the pain of your canker sores. They are usually OTC, so there is no need for a doctor?s prescription.

You should use several of these techniques together to get rid of canker sores. When you feel the onset of a canker sore coming, do not wait until it becomes full blown. Instead, start combating the canker sore as soon as possible. - 30414

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