Doctor or Dentist for Mouth Ulcers?

All he needs to take is L-Lysine. You can find it in the vitamin section. Orajel, Glyoxide, baking soda, salt water DO NOT DO ANYTHING for a canker sore. I have had theses all of my life. My gyn actually prescribed Valtrex (for herpes) and that did the trick until she told me L-Lysine does the same thing and I can buy it over the counter (and it is much cheaper). It is not harmful in any way. Going forward, when he begins to feel them coming on he needs to take one and it will never become an open sore. This really does the trick. Good luck!

Just wanted to add that baking soda does wonders for canker sores and doesn't sting like salt water can- put a pinch of baking soda directly on the sore. I doesn't hurt at all and clears them up quickly, but tastes kind of gross. I used to get them as a kid along with seasonal allergies but outgrew the canker sore part.

When I have gotten them, it has usually been after/at the end of a long (several days to a week or two) period of stress/worry. My dentist gave me a prescription "ointment" to apply that has antibiotic elements in a waxy substance. It only takes a dab (using the end of a Qtip to apply) on the sore and it makes like a waxy bandaid to cover the sore and protect it from rubbing against the teeth, and help them heal.

I've never had one last more than 2-3 days. And only get them once every year or two, if that. But that little tube is wonderful when I do get them. A TINY tube has lasted me years. I asked the dentist about it at one of my last few visits, to be sure it was safe to continue using since it is so old, and he said that it was. That the antibacterial properties (which are actually fairly minimal) are probably no longer effective, but that if it gives me relief from the protective coating/barrier, that it wouldn't hurt to do so.

It wasn't expensive.
It isn't a cause or a cure, but something to help during the suffering.
I would consult with the allergist and possibly the dentist about why he might be getting them so often.

I am so sorry. I had those horribly when I was growing up. I saw both pedi and dentist and one time I was told it was a virus and had to run it's course. I don't know how true that is but it would usually take about 2 weeks for the sore to fully heal.

I used salt water, Gly Oxide, an RX similar to Orabase and once the Dr had silver nitrate on a stick and he just touched the sore and it was gone in 2 days. He said that was dangerous though and only a Dr should do it.

Both Dr's had me watch my diet (not overweight issues, ever) because I ate, and still eat a LOT of citrus and tomatoes which can cause them as well.

I finally out grew the issue I guess. I've not had a sore in years but I know how bad they hurt and make someone feel.

Good luck.

If he gets them often, I would call the ped. It could be a sensitivity to food.

Hi J.,

I agree with Momma11 about the L-lysine. It works....let me explain the reason and you might understand more of what's going on.

Mouth ulcers, canker sores and fever blisters only appear when the immune system is shot. The amino acid (L-lysine) which is supposed to be in your body is depleted when the immune system is compromised. Replenishing it will stop the virus from becoming active. And no, it doesn't have to run its course. When the immune system is working at its optimum level, then the virus will stay dormant.

His immune system can be compromised by many things.. From fast food to synthetic chemicals in the home to stress. The best way to combat this is figure out what is causing the problem. Allergies can go away. I cured mine! I was one that had no clue what my immune system was doing. I know understand a lot now. PM me if you need help honing in on the problem. I'll be glad to help.

Regards,
M.

Either doctor should tell you the same thing.

You don't mention his age. My nephew was told to gargle with salt water. To not use the orajel or (I can't think of the other one), that those actually cause more problems.

One easy thing to try is to change your toothpaste. Many of today's formulations are strong and have extra chemicals. I was having an awful time mouth sores last year, and my dentist suggested I try a basic version (no extra whitening, strenghthening, etc.) and try it in a different brand. Bingo! All my best.

I'd call the dentists office and ask them if they treat this. I wouldn't be surprised if they said they didn't.