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Mouth ulcer
It's more than 3 days this ulcer is not going ...I took folvite(active ingredient folic acid) and also applied orasore gel but no improvement ...Kindly suggest any medicine so I can get rid of it...It is causing irritation so much
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The treatment depends on the cause of the ulcers. Sometimes all that is needed is for a sharp tooth to be smoothed down or some patients may need mouthwashes or tablets.
Next Steps
Any ulcer that lasts longer than 3 weeks should be checked by your dentist.
Health Tips
Mouth ulcers can be prevented by
1.keeping your mouth as clean and healthy as possibleusing high-quality toothbrushes
2.eating a good diet which is rich in vitamins A, C and E, and includes foods such as fresh fruit and vegetables.
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i suggest you meet an oral surgeon or an oral pathologist to be safe and rule out any other cause of your ulcer or any associated serious pathology...
its better to be safe than sorry.
also he may do a thorough clinical checkup to rule out the cause and provide correct medicines
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visit an oral surgeon or an oral pathologist
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don't delay
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