There are several types of inflammatory process on the mucous membranes of the mouth. But the beginning of such pathologies is always catarrhal stomatitis. Its progression, in the absence of adequate treatment and sanitation of the oral cavity, leads to the formation of permanent damage to the mucous membranes, the occurrence of ulcerative wounds and aft.
Why does acute catarrhal stomatitis occur?
The causes of the disease are numerous:
- infection;
- mechanical injuries;
- poor oral hygiene;
- caries;
- tartar and plaque;
- diseases of internal organs, especially the digestive system;
- parasitic infestations;
- dysbiosis;
- long-term use of certain medications;
- allergic reactions;
- pathology of immunity;
- improperly installed dentures or braces.
Symptoms of catarrhal stomatitis
It is difficult to diagnose the described disease, since on the mucous membranes inside the mouth there are no typical ulcers and aphthae. But a professional dentist will easily identify stomatitis on the following grounds:
- swollen and swollen gums;
- redness and increased temperature of the mucous membranes;
- unpleasant odor;
- swelling of the tongue, there are prints of teeth on it;
- separation of a large amount of viscous saliva;
- general weakness and malaise;
- brown coating on the tongue ;
- painful sensations while drinking and eating.
How to treat catarrhal stomatitis?
First, it is necessary to identify the disease, which became the root cause of the pathology, and completely eliminate it.
Then, symptomatic treatment of catarrhal stomatitis is performed:
1. Antiseptic treatment of the oral cavity:
- solution of hydrogen peroxide;
- Miramistin;
- a decoction of calendula, chamomile;
- Chlorhexidine;
- solution of baking soda;
- Sebidine;
- Gebitan.
2. Anti-inflammatory applications:
- Lidocaine;
- Benzocaine;
- Novocaine.
3. Preventing the development of infections:
- Tantum-Verde ;
- Hexalysis.
4. The intake of vitamins (A, E, B, P, C) and calcium chloride.