We all know how uncomfortable and painful canker sores can be, right? I'm sure you have tried something like Orajel to help with the pain, but have you tried any natural remedies?
Below are some suggestions:
- Alum Powder (kitchen spice) - Place a small amount of alum directly on the sore, allow it to sit for 1 minute then spit out. *Do not swallow*.
- Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) - Soak a cotton ball in ACV and apply it to the sore. (Seems counter-intuitive, doesn't it? But, apparently, ACV is alkaline.)
- Vitamin E - Open a vitamin E casual and apply it directly to the sore.
- Aloe Vera - Put some fresh aloe Vera juice on the sore 3-4 times a day. (Amazing stuff. Helps with everything.)
Hopefully, with the help of these, you will get some relief from the pain and discomfort.
To help prevent Canker sores you should brush your teeth after every meal and floss twice a day to keep your mouth free of food particles that trigger these painful sores.
If you still end up with a canker sore, use a soft toothbrush such as a perio-toothbrush to prevent irritation while brushing, and avoid toothpaste and mouth rinses that contain sodium lauryl sulfate.
Keep smiling!
