An effective home remedy for canker sores might be found in nature in the form of bee propolis. This is a waxy, gummy material from certain tree buds and sap flows and collected by bees. It is usually harvested from bee hives; the bees use it as a natural cement […]
Many people find that stress causes mouth ulcers on the gum, tongue, inside cheek or inner lip to rear their ugly head, but it is not a correlation for everyone. Also known as aphthous ulcers, these shallow round or oval open sores can cause considerable pain and in themselves cause […]
While canker sores on the gums, tongue, inside cheeks, inner lips and soft palate can plague a person for numerous reasons, in many cases there are easy steps you can take to help reduce your outbreaks. Change Your Toothpaste Just about all toothpastes contain an ingredient called sodium laurel sulfate, […]
It can be difficult to pin down what causes canker sores, which are painful outbreaks of ulcers on the tongue, inside lips or inner cheeks. The exact cause of this unfortunate but highly common condition remains uncertain but there is some evidence that for some people food allergies or sensitivities […]
Just why so many women are plagued by canker sores is somewhat of a mystery. Women tend to get canker sores more often than men; this may be due to the hormonal changes brought by the menstrual cycle among women. However, it is important to note that evidence to support […]
Aloe vera is one of my favorite canker sore treatments. In fact it is an excellent treatment for skin conditions of all kinds and is safe to take internally as well. In addition, it’s also easily available and affordable. Known as the “first aid plant,” aloe is very well researched. […]
For most people, canker sore treatment options can be easily concocted by simply opening your kitchen cupboard or medicine cabinet. Fortunately, in most cases treatment by a medical professional isn’t necessary. These small ulcers that can appear inside the mouth can cause considerably pain but they are not dangerous. Most […]