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Does salt water gargling help mouth ulcers?
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Mouth Ulcers: Generally will go away with in 7-10 days and anything that helps them feel better is good to use. Warm salt water is a good one to use.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Salt water rinses: Seem to help with oral irritations of all kinds. Hope this helps.
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