Get rid of mouth sores quickly using homemade remedies, made with natural and cost-effective ingredients that you already have at home!
Mouth sores or ulcers are actually blisters with red border and a yellow or white center.
You’ll find them inside of the lips or cheeks, and on the tongue, and you’ll see that they are very painful and annoying when you eat, talk or drink.
Get rid of mouth sores naturally, using one of these 8 remedies you can prepare at home.
Why do mouth ulcers occur?
The main reasons for mouth ulcers are:
- Teeth rubbing or biting
- Infections and low defenses
- Hormonal changes
- Stress and anxiety
- Nutritional deficiencies, allergies, or heartburn
If they develop quite frequently, it may be because you are eating an unbalanced or unhealthy diet.
For instance, stop consuming spicy or highly seasoned foods. These irritate the mucous membranes and increase the chances of sores forming.
Drink 2 liters of water per day to always keep your mouth hydrated and to add more vitamin B to your diet to avoid this problem.
The foods that contain the most are:
- Seeds (sunflower, pumpkin, flax, sesame)
- Nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts)
- Whole grains (rice, wheat germ, millet, oats)
- Legumes (lentils, chickpeas, beans)
- Fruits (apple, raspberry, orange)
- Vegetables (potato, onion, spinach, garlic)
Get rid of mouth sores naturally!
Relieve aches and pains and aid in the healing of mouth sores with the following natural remedies for ulcers:
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Medicinal plants
Purchase those medical plants, at a herbalist store, that have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial, or digestive properties. Among them are:
- Chamomile
- Calendula
- Rosemary
- Salvia
Preparation is the same in all cases.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of leaves of one of the previously listed chosen herb (10 g)
- 1 cup of water (250 ml)
Preparation
- Add the water and the leaves of the plant in a saucepan.
- Then, put on the fire and heat until it boils.
- Cook this mixture for 15 minutes and then remove it from heat.
- Then, let it infuse for 10 minutes and filter.
- Lastly, drink before it reaches room temperature.
- You can use a tablespoon of honey (25 g) to sweeten it, if you wish.
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Coconut milk
Although you can get it in health food stores, in a bottle, recommendations are that you purchase the fruit of the coconut tree.
It is not that easy to find, but the benefits are much greater.
Then, rinse using the liquid three to four times a day.
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Tea tree oil
It is an essential oil with great antiseptic properties that eliminates fungi, bacteria and other microorganisms found in the mouth, as reported in this study by the Medical University of Silesia in Katowice (Poland).
Dilute it in equal parts with water or an infusion of herbs, because it is pretty strong.
Use it to wash your mouth with it, focusing on the places in the mouth where the sores are.
Then, allow 20 minutes to consume some food or drink, since it will continue to act even if the liquid is not in the mouth.
Do this daily, two to three times at least.
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Aloe Vera
According to a study carried out by Qassim University (Saudi Arabia), aloe Vera is an antiseptic but also offers its anti-inflammatory, regenerating and moisturizing properties.
Best of all, its use is very simple.
First, cut a leaf in half and remove the thick inner gel.
Then, apply the gel directly to the sore and let it dry (without rinsing).
You can always mix it with water, too, to get an excellent mouthwash.
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Yogurt
It is believed that between the beneficial bacteria, and the acid in the milk that make up this dairy, they will be in charge of controlling the oral pH and at the same time curing canker sores.
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Baking soda
Baking soda, believe it or not, is one of the most effective natural remedies for ulcers. But, beware that at the same time, it is somewhat painful.
There are two options to take advantage of the benefits of bicarbonate:
You either create a paste with water (both ingredients in equal proportions).
Or, dilute it in a glass of water to use as a mouthwash.
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Ice
When mouth sores first appear, there is inflammation in the area.
A good way to reduce the discomfort is to place an ice cube on the wound.
Wrap it in a plastic bag or a cloth first because otherwise it will burn the skin.
Lastly, keep the cold as much as possible.
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Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is another of the home remedies for mouth ulcers that can be very useful. It helps in healing due to its antiseptic properties.
You can apply it directly with a cotton swab or dilute it with water and use it as a mouthwash.
Visit a specialist if the symptoms persist.
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