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Dentist has scratched a mouth ulcer during check with instruments and now it us even more painful. what to do should i revisit a doctor?
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Mouth ulcer: Mouth ulcers (canker sores) normally heal on their own in 5-10 days, but will remain sore until they heal. Ask your dentist for recommendations to help alleviate the discomfort.
Answered 5/10/2016
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