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A member asked:

Does lidex (fluocinonide) gel work on mouth ulcers?

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Yes: It can help decrease the pain associated with mouth ulcers.

Answered 3/22/2020

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Dr. Joel Doyon answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Yes: Sure does. It helps reduce discomfort.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Lidex (fluocinonide) gel (Fluodinonide) an be applied to oral ulcers to reduce inflammation & pain.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 5/28/2015

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