Getting Rid of Cankersores

So I have had a canker sore for a few days now and I knew there had to be a way to get rid of them! Canker sores are this small ulcers in the inside of your mouth and you notice all the time, especially when eating and drinking. It is most common between the ages of 10 to 20 years old. They are pretty common, can happen multiple times in a year, and lasts for about a week.

Just to be Clear
Canker sores and cold sores are not the same thing. Cold sores are caused by a virus and are extremely contagious. They are usually located on the outside of the mouth.

Causes of Canker Sores
There is no known direct cause of canker sores but the following may influence getting one:

• stress or tissue injury
• acidic foods (like citrus, strawberries, and tomatoes) 
• sharp tooth surface or dental appliance (like braces or dentures)

Home Remedies for Getting Rid of them
Please note: I only tried #1

1. Salt: wash your hands, wet the tip of your finger, sprinkle salt on it, place on sore (I did this and it hurts! I let it do its thing and I would gargle with water and do it again. I did this twice a day for four days and it's gone!) 
2. Baking Soda: Make a paste with baking soda and water and put directly on sore. Rinse mouth with finished
3. Honey: Dab honey on the spot to help soothe the pain
4. Vodka, Rum, or Wiskey: Dab directly onto sore using a q-tip (this one is probably painful)
5. Apple Cider Vinegar: Dab directly onto sore using a q-tip (this is also painful)
6. Hydrogen Peroxide: Mix 1 part peroxide, 1 part water. Swish in mouth. (this is also painful)

We hope this helps! If it doesn't go away after a week, definitely talk to a doctor!

Disclaimer: We are not doctors. This information is just for informational use only. It is NOT intended to provide medical advise. We are not responsible for any possible consequenses from anything stated above. Thank you.
 

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Adapted from: 
WebMD 
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