How Can A Painful Canker Sore On The Side Of My Tongue Be Treated?

Posted on Tue, 1 May 2018

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Question : I have a canker sore on the side of my tongue which is painful when i talk or eat. I tried Ambersol but it lasts only through one swallow. Is there something you could recommend?

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Management of canker sore

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Canker sores can be very painful. Here are few things to try to reduce pain and inflammation.

-Since you've already tried Ambersol and Orajel, I'd suggest applying Benzocaine gel (Kanka-A soft brush gel) directly on the canker sore so that the analgesic effects last longer. Apply the get 4-6 times a day

-Use 1 teaspoon baking soda with 1 cup warm water as a mouthwash. Baking soda will neutralize acids and enhance healing.

-Take multivitamins containing Vitamin B and C.
-You can also take Tylenol to reduce pain and inflammation.

The canker sore should heal within a week.

Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification.

Regards
Dr.Lekshmi

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