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How can you remove a canker sore?
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You can't: It is like saying how can i remove a hole. On the other hand, you may possibly hasten the healing.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Licorice: Licorice has been used since ancient times to heal (not "remove") canker sores in the mouth. Also, small studies show it can be effective when used as a mouthwash -- 50-75% improvement in 1 day. http://tinyurl.com/kr9aeau sucking on dgl lozenges may work also. Other studies showed positive results with a dissolving licorice disk placed on the sore. http://tinyurl.com/mdvde3o.
Answered 12/9/2013
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