Mouth ulcers are sores or open lesions within the mouth and can be painful or discomforting. Their appearance and location within the mouth varies depending on the cause of the ulcer. A health care practitioner or dentist usually diagnoses the type of mouth ulcer based on the appearance and location of the lesion. A skin biopsy of the ulcer or blood tests may be needed to confirm the disorder causing the problem
The goal of treatment is relief of symptoms. The cause, if known, should be treated. Gentle, thorough oral hygiene may relieve some of the symptoms and may help in the prevention of some types of mouth ulcers or complications from mouth ulcers. This includes good nutrition and brushing the teeth at least twice per day and flossing at least daily.
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Consult your medical or dental practitioner if your mouth ulcer(s) persist for longer than 3 weeks or if they recur frequently, or if new symptoms develop.
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