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Is it normal that the ulcer does not go away?

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Hello doctor,

I am a 24-year-old female. I visited a dentist a week back for pain and swelling at the back of the throat at the retromolar region. The dentist took an X-ray, but no wisdom tooth was present. The dentist prescribed the antibiotic Metronidazole and I completed the course. The problem is my ulcer in the region does not heal. Is it normal that the ulcer does not go away?

Answered by Dr. Asma Parveen

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Asma Parveen is a Dental Surgeon with expertise in preventive and restorative dentistry. She does root canal treatment (endodontics) and dental fillings, tooth extraction and minor oral surgeries. She is well versed in the management of gum diseases (periodontics). She also does cosmetic dental procedures such as teeth whitening and veneers. She can provide oral health education and preventive care counseling. She can provide pediatric dental care and dental trauma management.

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Hello,

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I have just gone through your complaint. It could be due to some vitamin deficiency since you have already taken Metronidazole, which has not helped you. So, it may not be a bacterial infection. I would suggest you use a mouthwash containing chlorhexidine gluconate, undiluted. Swish it inside your mouth for 30 seconds and spit. Use it twice a day after meals. Do not eat or drink anything after that for half an hour. I would also suggest you take vitamin B complex with zinc, for example, becosules Z, for 10 days after breakfast. You also need to use an oral gel containing Lidocaine and chlorhexidine gluconate. Apply it on the affected area two to three times a day. Continue taking Mefenamic acid for pain. Since you developed this problem just a week back, it is something acute. Do not worry. Take warm and soft food for a week. I would like to know whether you smoke or not. I hope it helps you. If the problem persists, you can write to us or visit a dentist specializing in oral medicine and radiology.

I hope this helps.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At November 22, 2017
Reviewed At November 18, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Asma Parveen is a Dental Surgeon with expertise in preventive and restorative dentistry. She does root canal treatment (endodontics) and dental fillings, tooth extraction and minor oral surgeries. She is well versed in the management of gum diseases (periodontics). She also does cosmetic dental procedures such as teeth whitening and veneers. She can provide oral health education and preventive care counseling. She can provide pediatric dental care and dental trauma management.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Asma Parveen is a Dental Surgeon with expertise in preventive and restorative dentistry. She does root canal treatment (endodontics) and dental fillings, tooth extraction and minor oral surgeries. She is well versed in the management of gum diseases (periodontics). She also does cosmetic dental procedures such as teeth whitening and veneers. She can provide oral health education and preventive care counseling. She can provide pediatric dental care and dental trauma management.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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