Mouth ulcers on the tongue is a common problem. This problem is rooted on variety of things, such as accidental bite on the tongue and other injuries, acidic or too-spicy foods, and stress. Mouth ulcers located on the tongue takes time to heal, making chewing and talking painful and uncomfortable. This pain will fade within days, while the ulcer itself needs more time before healing completely. Fortunately, there are remedies from the kitchen cabinet which can be used for curing mouth ulcers on the tongue.
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Saline solution
Warm water which is mixed with salt or an over-the-counter saline solution is an effective home remedy to relieve pain caused by mouth ulcers located on the mouth lining, inner surfaces of the cheeks, soft palate, and the tongue. This is a natural anti-bacterial solution, which eliminate harmful germs which may aggravate the ulcer and its soreness. Gargle this salt water inside the mouth for some minutes until the pain subsides. Repeat using the remedy several times a day to eliminate the excruciating pain.
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Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide can be used to soothe the ulcer. To perform the remedy, mix the same proportion of hydrogen peroxide and water, then using a cotton swab, hold it against the ulcer on the tongue for a minute until it gets numb.
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Clove oil
Clove oil has long been used by dentists to help relieving pain. This natural analgesic and antiseptic, thus, is also beneficial to be used for mouth ulcers on tongue. Hold it against the injured tongue part until the pain subsides. Repeat the remedy twice or three times a day for its maximum effect.
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Alum powder
Alum powder is another remedy from the kitchen, which can be found easily over the spicy counter in the supermarket. It is believed to be able to relieve the pain on the tongue caused by mouth ulcers. Apply a pinch of alum powder on the tongue ulcer and leave it sit for a few minutes before rinsing the mouth with water. This might sting very badly, but within an hour the tongue ulcer will get whitened and numb, triggering the pain to subside.
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Paracetamol
Paracetamol is a great pain reliever which works for tongue ulcer as well. Rub this paracetamol to the injured tongue part and hold it against the wound for several minutes. The taste might not be good, if not extremely bitter, but the effect is awesome. This remedy is not going to dismiss the ulcer physically, but will reduce the pain on the tongue significantly.
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Mouthwash
Gargling the mouthwash in the mouth can relieve the pain caused by tongue ulcer. This kills the bacteria on the tongue, reducing the pain and severity of the ulcer. However, acidic substances are going to agitate the problem, so avoid using citrus mouthwash product to take care of ulcer on the tongue.
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Baking powder paste
Baking powder is another pain reliever which works for ulcer on the tongue. To use the remedy, mix a half teaspoon of baking powder with warm water. Apply the paste onto the ulcer or brush the tongue using this paste. Rinse with water and repeat the treatment twice or three times a day. You can also add the salt to the mixture for additional anti-bacterial agent.
Foods to take and avoid when having tongue ulcers
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Acidic and spicy foods
These kinds of food are going to aggravate tongue ulcer pain. Hence, acidic fruits such as the lemons, oranges, kiwi, etc. should be avoided. Instead, take foods which contains vitamin E and omega 3 to improve the healing process.
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Water
Water is very helpful for tongue ulcer, as this will help the body keep hydrated. Drink sufficient amount of water—8 glasses or more to keep your body hydrated, so that the pain caused by mouth ulcers can be minimized.
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Vitamin E
Natural antioxidant contained in vitamin E capsules is beneficial for eliminating mouth ulcer on the tongue. Consume a capsule each day during tongue ulcer healing process. Take the capsule before bedtime to get maximized effect on your ulcer. You can also use this remedy by puncturing the capsule and apply the content on the tongue ulcer.