Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. It seems that even the smallest irritation in the mouth can cause serious discomfort for Jefferson City dental patients.
These non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are called stomatitis.
A good general definition of 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. If you suffer from mouth sores, you know that stomatitis can really impact the lives of Wardsville, Russellville, and Linn residents.
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.
However, your Jefferson City dentist can determine if it is caused by a viral or bacterial infection, and they can also advise you on treating the symptoms of stomatitis with pain relievers and at-home remedies such as saltwater rinses.
Hi. I’m Dr. Justin Johnson of Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City. I help my patients achieve healthy and beautiful smiles. If you have any questions about smile makeovers, give us a call at 573-634-2400.
Common cosmetic dentistry procedures used in smile makeovers include teeth whitening, gum contouring, veneers, bonding, and dental implants. At Jefferson City Dental Care, we offer:
dental implants
porcelain veneers
prepless veneers
dental crowns
teeth whitening
We hope to see you in our Jefferson City office soon!
Contact Jefferson City Dental Care:
573-634-2400
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3551 Amazonas Dr
Jefferson City, Missouri
65109
