A 37-year-old member asked:
Will viscous lidocaine work on a canker sore?
3 doctor answers • 9 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jonathan Engelanswered
Dentistry 40 years experience
Yes: Viscous Lidocaine is a topical and will help on any mucosal tissue.
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Dr. Daniel Quonanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 43 years experience
Yes and No: It will help alleviate some of the discomfort of the ulcer, but it will not have any effect in shortening the healing process or prevention of future ulcers.
5.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Sandra Eleczkoanswered
Dentistry 37 years experience
Maybe : A topical treatment like viscous lidocaine or any OTC product can provide temporary relief. Avoid spicy, and acidic foods. If if doesn't heal in 2weeks, or you get them often see a dentist or oral surgeon
520 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated May 12, 2020
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