Is having spicy food as task for u? Do you often experience burning sensation in mouth?Do you have frequent episodes of mouth ulcers??

Here are a few causes for the above condition:

– lack of essential vitamins, especially B-12, zinc, folate, and iron

-allergic response to mouth bacteria or acidic food

-dental braces

-prolonged irritating fillings

-erupting wisdom tooth

-broken teeth

-hormonal changes during menstruation

-emotional stress or lack of sleep

-bacterial, viral, or fungal infections

-acidity

-inflammatory bowel disease

-diabetes mellitus

You can take steps to reduce the occurrence of mouth ulcers. Avoiding foods that irritate your mouth can be helpful. That includes acidic fruits like pineapple, grapefruit, oranges, or lemon, as well as nuts, chips, or anything spicy. Instead, choose whole grains and alkaline (nonacidic) fruits and vegetables. Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet and take a daily multi-vitamin.

Try to avoid talking while you’re chewing your food to reduce accidental bites. Reducing stress and maintaining good oral hygiene by using dental floss daily and brushing after meals also may help. Finally, get adequate sleep and rest. This not only will prevent mouth ulcers, but a host of other illnesses as well.

Some people find avoiding soft bristle toothbrushes and mouthwashes that contain sodium lauryl sulfate also helps.

Also, mouth ulcers also can be a sign of conditions that are more serious and require medical treatment.

Your dentist for a quicker relief, also he can give you wax to cover dental or orthodontic mouth devices that have sharp edges.

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