To get rid of mouth ulcers fast, you can try the following remedies:
- Maintain oral hygiene Practice good oral hygiene to keep your mouth clean
- Saltwater rinse Rinse your mouth with warm saltwater several times a day
. You can make a saltwater rinse by adding one teaspoon of salt to one glass of lukewarm water
. Rinse your mouth with it for about 30 seconds before spitting it out
. Salt has antiseptic properties
- Baking soda paste Apply a baking soda paste to the affected region of the ulcer to neutralize acidity and reduce inflammation
. Create a paste from baking soda and water, apply to the ulcer, and rinse your mouth with water after a few minutes
- Honey Apply a small amount of honey directly to the ulcer using a cotton swab, as honey possesses anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can aid in fighting infection and promoting healing
- Coconut oil Apply coconut oil to the lesion using a cotton ball or fingertip, as it has antibacterial qualities and anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce discomfort and redness
- Aloe vera gel Apply a small amount of aloe vera gel directly to the ulcer using a cotton swab, as it possesses anti-inflammatory and healing properties that reduce inflammation and promote tissue regeneration
- Chamomile tea Use chamomile tea as a mouth rinse or place a chamomile tea bag on the ulcer for a few minutes, as chamomile has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties
- Milk of magnesia Dab milk of magnesia directly onto the ulcer to neutralize acidity in the oral cavity, create a cooling effect to reduce pain, and create a protective barrier over the ulcer to reduce irritation and promote healing
- Ice Apply ice wrapped in cloth to the ulcer to numb the nerves, reduce pain, and minimize swelling by constricting blood vessels
- Avoid certain foods Avoid spicy, salty, and sour foods until the ulcers heal
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Apple cider vinegar rinse Dilute apple cider vinegar with water and use as a mouth rinse to kill bacteria and help heal the ulcer quicker
. Combine 1 tsp of apple cider vinegar with 1 cup of water and swish for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then rinse your mouth thoroughly. Because acidic foods can cause or worsen canker sores in some people, use with caution
- DGL mouthwash Use DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice) mouthwash, which may reduce pain and healing time due to its anti-inflammatory abilities
. Mix the powder of one DGL capsule (200 milligrams) with 1 cup of warm water, swish for about 3 minutes, and spit it out
