4 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Canker Sores

Do you have canker sore and want to get rid of it? Are you seeking natural ways to get rid of them? If so, then we have 4 things you can try below.

Canker sores appear along the surfaces inside and outside of your mouth. They could appear due to a variety of reasons. 

There are three main causes of Canker sores.

1. Canker sores could be due to a fungus. 
2. Others can be caused by trauma to the area. 
3. Also, overuse of antibiotics can kill beneficial bacteria in the mouth leading to sores. 

Canker Sores will make it hard to eat and drink. They prevent you from enjoying any food that you are eating. 

The best way to reduce canker sores is to follow these pieces of advice.

Try Numbing Spray

Create your own numbing spray to help reduce pain ad irritation of canker sores. This natural spray is made of peppermint oil and eucalyptus oil. Both are known to have anti-inflammatory properties. 

You will need:

• 2 tablespoons of grapeseed oil, 
• 10 drops of peppermint oil 
• 8 drops of eucalyptus oil. 

Mix these oils completely and place in a small glass mister bottle. Then spray this mixture over the affected area. 

Avoid eating and drinking while the numbing spray covers the canker sores. Since these oils are natural, you can use this as much as you can to reduce the sting of canker sores.

Try Chamomile Tea

A soothing cup of chamomile tea is perfect for reducing the pain of canker sores. 

Chamomile is known not just for its soothing effects but also its anti- inflammatory properties. The tea can contribute to early healing of canker sores. Simply prepare chamomile tea with warm water.

Try Clove Oil 

You can try using clove oil. Clove oil is known for its natural pain reducing properties. This is why dentists all around the world use clove oil to treat patients during dental procedures. 

• Use pure clove oil. 
• Place clove oil in a cotton ball and 
• Apply over your canker sore. 
• You may leave the cotton ball over the area too.

Try Honey

According to Dr. Frank Bures, honey can help with canker sores. Honey is known for its potent anti-inflammatory properties and it is also yummy too! 

Simply place a pea-sized amount over the sore and allow it to remain there for a while. It will reduce than pain and stinging, and make it heal faster. And since honey is so natural, you can use it as a canker sore treatment as much as you need to. 

All these how to get rid of canker sore tips are easy to try. They are effective especially when used regularly.

For more information about Canker Sores read:

• Simple Tricks to Conquer Canker Sores
• How to Tell the Difference Between a Cold Sore and a Canker Sore