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Canker sores (aphthous stomatitis) are ulcers that surface inside the mouth and on the tongue. They can be very painful, especially when they come in contact with food. Home remedies might be able to ease the pain.
Baking Powder
The Home Remedies website reports that you can relieve pain and decrease the amount of bacteria in your mouth by applying baking powder directly to the canker sore. Sprinkle it on in powdered form or mix it with a few drops of water and apply as a paste.
Teabags
Dampen a teabag in warm water and apply it directly to the canker sore. Tea's tannic acid eases canker sore pain and assists in the healing process.
Onion
The Natural Home Remedies website suggests applying a piece of raw onion directly to the canker sore. This may sting at first.
Goldenseal
According to Home Remedies, you can relieve canker sore pain by applying goldenseal powder directly to the sore or by rinsing your mouth with a mixture that contains 1/2 tsp. goldenseal powder, 1/4 tsp. salt and 1 cup of warm water.
Over-the-Counter Remedies
Brand-name ointments containing anesthetics can deaden pain on contact. Antiseptic mouthwashes clean bacteria from the mouth and help canker sores heal.
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