What can I do to prevent canker sores?
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American Dental Association answered:Practicing good oral hygiene is a good preventative measure for many oral health problems. This includes brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing, eating a well-balanced diet and seeing your dentist regularly. Unfortunately it is not possible to entirely prevent canker sores.
Practicing good oral hygiene is a good preventative measure for many oral health problems. This includes brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing, eating a well-balanced diet and seeing your dentist regularly. Unfortunately it is not possible... More -
Dr. De Vizio of Colgate answered:General prevention of canker sores includes:
*Daily oral hygiene
*Use a soft or extra-soft bristled toothbrush
*Avoid salty, spicy, or acidic foods or drinks such as lemons, tomatoes, oranges or orange juice
*Avoid foods that you know you're sensitive or allergic to
* Try to avoid stressful situations
*Eat a balanced diet with enough folic acid, vitamin B12, and iron
General prevention of canker sores includes: *Daily oral hygiene *Use a soft or extra-soft bristled toothbrush *Avoid salty, spicy, or acidic foods or drinks such as lemons, tomatoes, oranges or orange juice... More -
Joan Haizlip answered:You can prevent canker sores by knowing the 'triggers' that cause them. For some people these triggers are:
- spicy, salty, or acidic foods like pretzels, chips, grapefruits, oranges and pineapple
- talking and eating at the same time
It's also important to use good oral hygiene. Brush your teeth after you eat and use dental floss. Using a soft toothbrush can also prevent irritation of your mouth.You can prevent canker sores by knowing the 'triggers' that cause them. For some people these triggers are:- spicy, salty, or acidic foods like pretzels, chips, grapefruits, oranges and pineapple- talking and eating at the same timeIt's... More
