Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. Even the smallest oral irritation can cause serious discomfort. But at Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington Ohio, we can provide relief.
Non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are called stomatitis. A good general definition for stomatitis is the inflammation of the membranes in the mouth. These usually affect a person’s ability to speak, eat, and even get to sleep at night.
Some common causes of stomatitis can be canker sores, cold sores, gum disease, biting the inside of your mouth or your tongue, burning your mouth, and irritation caused by braces or broken teeth. Many sores in the mouth will generally clear up on their own in less than two weeks.
We can determine if it is caused by a viral or bacterial infection, and advise you on treating the symptoms of stomatitis with pain relievers and at-home remedies such as salt water rinses.
At Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington Ohio, your dental health is always our top priority. We offer general and cosmetic dentistry, and many other services. Schedule your next checkup with us today.
Contact Dr. Mark Miely DDS:
614-451-2100
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1840 Zollinger Rd
Upper Arlington, Ohio
43221