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Looking for a caring and professional dental practice? We’re excited to welcome new patients to our clinic! Whether you’re due for a check-up, need treatment, or are looking to enhance your smile, our friendly team is here to help.
Contact us today to book your first appointment—we look forward to meeting you!

Mouth ulcers concerns

Mouth ulcers are painful sores that appear in the mouth, usually on the soft tissue - cheeks, lips or tongue. They can be white, red, yellow or grey in colour and swollen.

Although they're uncomfortable, mouth ulcers are usually harmless and clear up by themselves within a week or two.

In many cases, the reason for mouth ulcers is unclear, but triggers are thought to include:

  • Accidentally biting the inside of your cheek or a sharp tooth
  • Poorly fitting dentures
  • Hard food
  • A defective filling
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Hormonal changes – some women develop mouth ulcers during their monthly period
  • Eating certain foods – such as chocolate, spicy foods, coffee, peanuts, almonds, strawberries, cheese, tomatoes and wheat flour
  • Toothpaste containing sodium lauryl sulphate
  • Stopping smoking – when you first stop smoking, you may develop mouth ulcers
  • Viral infections – including the cold sore virus, chickenpox, and hand, foot and mouth disease
  • Medical conditions - including vitamin B12 or iron deficiency, Crohn's disease, coeliac disease, reactive arthritis, HIV, lupus, Behçet’s disease
  • Certain medications or medical treatments may also cause mouth ulcers

It's usually safe to treat mouth ulcers at home to help reduce swelling and ease any discomfort.

Self care

Tips for easing discomfort and aid healing…

  • Antimicrobial mouthwash or protective paste, available from your pharmacist
  • Use a soft toothbrush to brush your teeth
  • Use a toothpaste that doesn’t contain sodium lauryl sulphate, as this may be irritating
  • Avoid hard, spicy, salty, acidic or hot food and drink until the ulcer heals
  • Use a straw to drink cool drinks
  • Avoid things that may be triggering your mouth ulcers

Mouth ulcers can sometimes be a possible symptom of a more serious problem such as infection or mouth cancer. It's therefore essential that you contact Dental Health Private Dental Clinic as soon as possible if you notice:

  • Your mouth ulcer has lasted three or more weeks
  • You keep getting mouth ulcers
  • Your mouth ulcer becomes more painful or red
Patient Reviews

People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Dental Health Private Dental Clinic. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

509 Reviews

5.0

19th April 2025

Absolute friendliness & professionalism from every member of staff I have ever had the pleasure of meeting at this practice. The practice is super clean and the service is impeccable

17th April 2025

Everything! Lovely friendly staff. Hygienist and dentist so professional and knowledgeable, explain everything and the options and listen to any concerns.

17th April 2025

Highly professional yet warm and friendly team. I was treated like a person. I felt confident in the treatment

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Roy Haworth

Good efficient and friendly service as always

11th April 2025

The whole experience so far has been fantastic. Janet is an absolute asset to the team and so is Julie. I was made comfortable, reassured and cared for. The receptionist was friendly and kind.Lovely team

11th April 2025

A very caring, knowledgeable team. They go to great lengths to make sure the patient is comfortable with the procedure at all times.

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Carol Newberry

All good.

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Ann Roberts

Everyone was friendly, polite. The premises is very clean and inviting. My appointment was on time. Was a pleasure

1st April 2025

Very friendly and professional staff all of which were easy to deal with

20th March 2025

I had an urgent problem dealt with. The booking was dealt with very quickly and the dentist Johan was simply brilliant. Can’t ask for more than that

20th March 2025

Pleasant environment

SS

Simon Shaw

Very accessible, friendly receptionist, hygienist and dentist. A very thorough check up with good explanations as to what has been done and why. As a long time patient I am very happy with the services provided.

14th March 2025

Sherry Paula and the reception team are helpful friendly and polite Paula and Sherry have been very good with nervous patient

7th March 2025

I have attended this surgery for over 40 years. When it changed from a private practise to your own company I was understandably concerned, but it has been a smooth transition. I would however point out that you should refer to it as West End not Southampton, that just screams out that you don't really know the area and that we are just another surgery in your group!

31st January 2025

every thing went well

25th January 2025

Experienced, efficient staff - welcoming atmosphere- complete confidence in the dentist.

23rd January 2025

Everyone at the surgery friendly, professional

22nd January 2025

Everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming. The team are helpful and I always feel well looked after. Everything is always explained in detail. Have already recommended to family and will continue to do so!

22nd January 2025

Friendly and professional, easy to make an appointment. Always clean and hygienic.

17th January 2025

The staff work as a team to make everyone welcome and put them at ease. Sherry,Paula and Codi put me at ease every time I come in for an treatment appointment

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