http://www.smilecareworld.com Mouth Ulcers The types of oral ulcers are diverse, with a multitude of associated causes including:
• Physical or Chemical trauma
• Infection from Microorganisms or Viruses
• Medical Conditions or Medications
• Cancerous and sometimes nonspecific
processes
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• Sharp stinging or burning sensation
at the site of the future mouth ulcer
• They often progress to form a red
spot or bump, followed by an open ulcer
• Oral ulcer appears as a white or
yellow oval with an inflamed red border
• Sometimes a white circle or halo
around the lesion can be observed
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http://www.smilecareworld.com Symptoms • The grey, white, or yellow colored area within the red boundary is due to the formation of layers of fibrin, a protein involved in the clotting of blood
• The ulcer, which itself is often
extremely painful, especially when agitated, may be accompanied by a painful swelling of the lymph nodes below the jaw, which can be mistaken for toothache
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http://www.smilecareworld.com Causes • They are caused by an overreaction by the body's own immune system
• Stress
• Fatigue and illness
• Injury from accidental biting
• Hormonal changes
• Menstruation
• Sudden weight loss
• Food allergies and deficiencies in
vitamin B12, iron and folic acid. For more details visit http://www.smilecareworld.com Treatment
• Treatments based on antibiotics and
steroids are reserved for severe cases, and should be used only under medical supervision
• Some doctors may also prescribe local
anesthetic, such as lidocaine, for cases of multiple or severe oral ulcers
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http://www.smilecareworld.com About Smile Care Author Name : Dr. Tanvee Singh
Smile Care® has spearheaded the cause of modern
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Smile Care® is involved in Clinical Services, Continuing
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