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    Mouth ulcer pain gone, become smaller. reason to worry

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    On 24th June I noticed an ulcer (white head, ed boundary) in the left mucobuccal fold.

    My dentist prescribed me mouth wash and antibiotics and the pain was gone in 4-5 days.

    The ulcer has become small although the tip is slightly white yet with a slight red boundary. Is it still healing or is there any reason to worry any more??
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    Dr Richard Mumford

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    Friendly, personal & experienced Chatswood Dentist for over 30 years. A professional practice where the patient comes first and there is no pushy salesmanship. View Profile

    Any ulcer like lesion in the mouth that doesn't heal up in about a week to 10 days needs to be checked out again.It may be OK and just healing slowly but in some cases what you think is an ulcer can be an infection draining from an infected tooth or even something nasty such as a early mouth cancer.Have it checked or maybe get a referral to a specialist!

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    Dr Frank Farrelly

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    Principal Dentist at Darlinghurst Dental, a high quality, affordable practice located in the heart of Darlinghurst. A high emphasis on customer service and impeccable cross … View Profile

    A mouth ulcer does not normally respond to antibiotics. Saying that, using an antiseptic mouthwash to keep it clean, can help it to heal quicker.

    If your "ulcer" was from infection, there may be more treatment needed. It might be time to go back to the dentist and discuss with them for clarity. Did they tell you it was an ulcer or is that your impression? Did the dentist need to take an x-ray of the nearby teeth?

    As Dr Mumford said, ulcers usually heal within 1 to 2 weeks, so it might be best to get it checked again.

    Dr Frank Farrelly

    Darlinghurst Dental

    30 Burton St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

    (02) 9331 1766

    https://darlinghurstdental.com.au

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