Natural Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Mouth Ulcers Treatment

Ayurvedic Mouth Ulcer Remedies :Mouth ulcers are whitish or yellowish wounds on the inner skin of the mouth. They can burn, create problems while eating, and sometimes go super irritating. These are common but can be painful when you don’t treat them in time. Most of the people have gone through this at one time. However, the effect can vary from person to person. 

Although there is medication available for mouth ulcers, you can treat it at your home by yourself. Only if you know the Ayurvedic methods of treating these common issues of the mouth, can you go with the easy-to-make home remedies and have a healthy mouth. Below are some ayurvedic mouth ulcer remedies. Read them all and apply it now.

What are Mouth Ulcers? 

Mouth ulcers are sores at the base of the gums, tongue, and inner skin of the mouth. They are usually small in size but can be extremely painful. Generally, they are not contagious and go away within 1–2 weeks. Medical science considers them as a regular health issue. But if the sore is larger than usual and doesn’t go off easily, it is better to undergo an appointment with a doctor. The right medications will be needed, as it can be due to some vitamin deficiency. 

People who have a family history of mouth ulcers, women, and adolescents have higher risks of developing mouth ulcers. Go to your doctor if it happens to you very frequently. 

Although Mouth ulcers are not very contagious, you must change your lifestyle in order to stop them. The following are some of the most common reasons for the development of ulcers. 

1. Viral, fungal, or bacterial infections. 
2. Lack of sleep. 
3. Stressful lifestyle. 
4. Dental braces
5. Hormonal changes
6. Deficiency of Vitamin B12, Zinc, Folate, and Iron. 
7. Sensitivity to Citrus fruits. 
8. Sports Injury. 
9. Accidental Bite
10. Minor injuries from brushing. 
11. Using sulphur-rich mouth rinses and toothpaste. 

If you’re suffering from ulcers very frequently, you may have some serious health conditions. In such a case you must visit a doctor. They can be- 

1. HIV/ AIDS
2. Inflammatory Bowel Disease. 
3. Diabetes
4. Celiac Disease- Your body stops tolerating Gluten. 
5.  Weakening of the Immune System. 
6. Bachet’s disease- Your whole body gets inflammation. 

10 Proven Ayurvedic Home Remedies to Ulcer

1.    Garlic: 

Garlic has Asilin compounds in it. One of the best ayurvedic mouth ulcer remedies. It produces antimicrobial properties in garlic that result in better healing of the sores. Cut a garlic clove in half and dab it on the ulcer spots. Keep it there for 1-2 minutes. The clove will do the further work by itself.

Don’t forget to rinse your mouth properly. Do this remedy twice or thrice a day.  

2.   Honey: 

Honey has antimicrobial properties in it. It speeds up the healing process of any wound present in the body. Thus applying honey can be beneficial for treating mouth ulcers. 

Ayurveda says to use honey on mouth ulcers and leave it there. The sweet semi-liquid absorbs the pain and burning sensation, giving you sound relief. 

As honey can mix with saliva and get swallowed easily, you must apply it on the ulcers every few hours. Honey will reduce the ulcers and also protect the inner skin of the mouth from any bacterial infection. 

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3.    Coconut Oil: 

Coconut oil uses are very common in Indian households. Where South Indian people cook food in it, North Indians use it to nourish skin & hair. However, very few people know the healing properties of coconut oil. Especially in the case of mouth ulcers, the antimicrobial properties of the oil help reduce the burns and pain of the ulcer. 

Apply a little amount of coconut oil on the mouth ulcer and leave it. You can also apply it at night before sleep. 

4.    Apple Cider Vinegar: 

I bet that you don’t know about this quality of Apple cider vinegar. They are highly effective on mouth ulcers and heal them fast. As it has antibacterial properties, the bacteria causing mouth ulcers become the very first target of it. 

Take one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and mix it with half a cup of lukewarm water. Mix it well. Now rinse your mouth with this mixture well. Keep repeating for 1-2 minutes. Do it every morning and evening till the ulcers heal. 

5.    Toothpaste: 

Toothpaste is not just for brushing anymore. They are of antibacterial properties and react to the bacteria present in the mouth very effectively. As they possess no harm to mouth skin, you can use them on your mouth ulcers. Cover the mouth ulcer area with toothpaste and leave it there for a few minutes. After that rinse it with water. It will reduce swelling and pain in the mouth. However, some toothpaste can cause pain or a burning sensation. Use aloe vera to treat it after.  

6.    Salt Water:

Gargling with salt water is another effective throat ulcer home remedy. Add a spoonful of salt with a glass of lukewarm water. Now gargle with this water for a few minutes. It will give you relief from the pain. After applying the salt water gargle, use normal water gargling for rinsing out the salty taste from your mouth. 

7.    Orange Juice: 

Vitamin C deficiency causes frequent mouth ulcers. It also welcomes other ailments as Vitamin C deficiency impacts your immune system. You can either go for vitamin C supplements or can go natural with orange juices. Oranges are full of Vitamin ‘C’ which prevents mouth ulcers. While eating direct ulcers can be problematic for you, two glasses of freshly squeezed orange juice can do wonders. 

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 8.    Ice Cubes: 

In case you’re feeling an extreme burning sensation from the sore, you can use ice cubes on it, Not directly though. Suck the ice chips after melting their base. Apply this on the sore to have an instant cooling effect. 

Note- Never apply the ice cube directly to the ulcer area. It may deteriorate the wound. Instead, use a paper towel to apply it to the wound. It will instantly give a cooling sensation and also reduce inflammation. 

9.    Baking Soda Paste: 

Baking soda, chemically known as Sodium Bicarbonate is alkaline and counters the acidic effect formed by the ulcers. While most people use it as a cleaning agent, it is a wonderful healer of ulcers. 

Mix equal amounts of baking soda and water. Mix them well to make a thick layer. Now apply this paste on the inner skin of the mouth on the ulcer area and leave it to dry. After rinsing it out, gargle with water. Do it thrice a day till it gets healed. 

10.  Damp Tea Bags: 

Tea leaves are alkaline. It means they can neutralise the burns and inflammation caused by mouth ulcers. As it is rich in Astringent, it helps reduce pain. 

After using the tea bags, don’t throw them off. Instead, keep them safe in the fridge for a few hours only. Apply the damp tea on the ulcers to get relief from them.

Precautions to Take: 

The only precaution is not to eat some specific food as they can increase the irritation and pain in the mouth. 

• Avoid citrus fruits
• Leave spicy & oily food for a few days. 

In case your mouth ulcers last more than 2 weeks, contact a doctor without further delay. 

Conclusion: 

Mouth ulcers are common but can be very irritating at times. In case you’re suffering through it now or are having them frequently, some of the Ayurvedic home remedies can help you greatly. This article shows a number of home remedies including Ayurvedic treatment and modern-day solutions. 

The team of ‘Ayurveda Sahi Hai‘ promotes the usage of Ayurvedic products and shares insights into the benefits of using Ayurvedic remedies in treating human ailments. 

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