I had an emotionally stressful week and i had about 6 canker sores on my gums and lower gum, near my lip. now i have 3 left, the lower lip is still swollen. what shouldi do?

Aphthous ulcers: These are white with red rims and most likely on inside lips, cheeks, palate, tonsils. Can be triggered by stress and may take 7-10 days to heal. Can become much less painful with steroid rinse such as 10ml of 40 mg/ml kenalog (triamcinolone) mixed into 1l saline. 1tsp rinse and spit 3-4 times daily until pain gone.

Dental laser: Yikes! sounds like a rough week. See a laser certified dentist to laser your ulcers. The pain should subside almost immediately. Ulcers can be caused from trauma as well. Be careful not to eat sharp foods that can scratch and irritate your mouth.

Canker sores Mx: There are numerous medications and ointments you can get at your local pharmacy to help canker sores feel less painful. If you get them frequently ask your dentist for a prescription for something to have on hand and use such as kenalog (triamcinolone) in orabase.