Mouth Ulcers
Painful sores on the gums, tongue, lips or inner cheeks.
Understanding Mouth Ulcers
Mouth ulcers are small, tender sores that appear on the soft tissues inside the mouth — the lips, cheeks, tongue or palate. They are extremely common and most clear up on their own within a week or two. When ulcers keep coming back, grow unusually large, or last longer than a couple of weeks, it is worth having them looked at. At Shayona Dental we ease the discomfort, help them heal faster and — importantly — check that a stubborn ulcer is nothing more serious, including smoothing any sharp tooth or appliance edge that keeps setting them off.
The signs, and what’s behind them
Recognising mouth ulcers early — and understanding why it happens — is what lets us treat the cause, not just the surface.
Signs & symptoms
- Round, painful sores that are white, yellow or red
- A tingling or burning feeling before one appears
- Discomfort while eating, drinking or brushing
- Sores that flare up with hot or spicy food
- Ulcers that return again and again
Common causes
- Accidental bites or minor injury
- Sharp tooth edges or braces rubbing
- Stress, tiredness or being run-down
- Vitamin or iron deficiencies
- Hormonal changes
- Acidic, hot or very spicy foods
How we treat it
Dr. Khushbu Patel tailors the right treatment to your case — here are the options we most often use for mouth ulcers.
Not sure which option is right for you? A quick consultation with Dr. Khushbu Patel clears it up — honest advice, no pressure, and a clear plan for your mouth ulcers.
Frequently asked questions
Worried about mouth ulcers?
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