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Looking for a caring and professional dental practice? We’re excited to welcome new patients to our clinic! Whether you’re due for a check-up, need treatment, or are looking to enhance your smile, our friendly team is here to help.
Contact us today to book your first appointment—we look forward to meeting you!

Mouth Ulcers

Mouth ulcers are painful sores that appear in the mouth, usually on the soft tissue - cheeks, lips or tongue. They can be white, red, yellow or grey in colour and swollen.

Although they're uncomfortable, mouth ulcers are usually harmless and clear up by themselves within a week or two.

In many cases, the reason for mouth ulcers is unclear, but triggers are thought to include:

  • Accidentally biting the inside of your cheek or a sharp tooth
  • Poorly fitting dentures
  • Hard food
  • A defective filling
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Hormonal changes – some women develop mouth ulcers during their menstrual cycle
  • Eating certain foods – such as chocolate, spicy foods, coffee, peanuts, almonds, strawberries, cheese, tomatoes and wheat flour
  • Toothpaste containing sodium lauryl sulphate
  • Stopping smoking – when you first stop smoking, you may develop mouth ulcers
  • Viral infections – including the cold sore virus, chickenpox, and hand, foot and mouth disease
  • Medical conditions - including vitamin B12 or iron deficiency, Crohn's disease, coeliac disease, reactive arthritis, HIV, lupus, Behçet’s disease
  • Certain medications or medical treatments may also cause mouth ulcers

It's usually safe to treat mouth ulcers at home to help reduce swelling and ease any discomfort.

Self care

Tips for easing discomfort and aid healing…

  • Antimicrobial mouthwash or protective paste, available from your pharmacist
  • Use a soft toothbrush to brush your teeth
  • Use a toothpaste that doesn’t contain sodium lauryl sulphate, as this may be irritating
  • Avoid hard, spicy, salty, acidic or hot food and drink until the ulcer heals
  • Use a straw to drink cool drinks
  • Avoid things that may be triggering your mouth ulcers

Mouth ulcers can sometimes be a possible symptom of a more serious problem such as infection or mouth cancer. It's therefore essential that you book an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible if you notice:

  • Your mouth ulcer has lasted three or more weeks
  • You keep getting mouth ulcers
  • Your mouth ulcer becomes more painful or red
Patient Reviews

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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Rowcroft Dental Centre. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

396 Reviews

5.0

14th June 2025

Excellent all-round care and attention

14th June 2025

Ease of booking appointments, short waiting times, pleasant staff and all round good experience.

13th June 2025

I thought that the professionalism of the Dentist and the staff was exemplary.

13th June 2025

Dentist, hygienist and their assistants are excellent, as are reception staff. Written communication has developed a sales oriented tone which is not my preference.

13th June 2025

As a new member/patient at Rowcroft I’ve only had consultation and seen the hygienist. My tether were in poor condition and the prognosis wasn’t great. However, in just three visits and following all the advice I am now in a much better position. I am one very grateful customer indeed. Lisa Rodway is excellent!

13th June 2025

Staff are always friendly and courteous and I found my conversation with the clinician reassuring. I have been a patient at this clinic for over 25 years and am satisfied that the team are all doing their best to help me look after my gums as I suffer from gingivitis.

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Alison Eamer

Professional and friendly service as always

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Kristy Kitchen

I've been using this practice for many years through a very reasonable private dental plan. Very well managed! They are excellent with nervous patients.

12th June 2025

Everyone, so helpful

11th June 2025

Professional but also personal.

11th June 2025

Always courteous and respectful

11th June 2025

I have a patient at this dentist for over 20 years I have always suffered with anxiety as far as dentist are concerned But have always found Mr House and Lisa my hygienist always makes me feel relax and comfortable during my treatment

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Steve Townsend

Consistently excellent!

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Kelvin Smith

Another good experience at Rowcroft today. Painless hygienist too. Thanks!

8th June 2025

The dental hygienist takes great care to cause me minimum discomfort during the process, listens thoughtfully to any issues I might have and explains carefully anything I need to be aware of in my teeth care at home. My dentist also listens attentively to any issues and is considerate in his explanations of what's happening; he never patronises me and always makes me feel like I am an equal partner in my dental care.

8th June 2025

. Staff friendly understanding and the practice well organised

7th June 2025

Always friendly and efficient. I have confidence in what they are doing and they seem to excel in their jobs. I thought about changing dentist when I moved house but I like them too much! So, I'm staying.

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Lynda New

Assisted by friendly, caring staffing in all departments, as always.

6th June 2025

I never feel my appointment is rushed, I always feel that I have a thorough check up and clean. Any issues are highlighted and I’m always given plenty of advice. I no longer live in the area but couldn’t image going anywhere else.

6th June 2025

Been at surgery for years and they always look after us, that is why we travel from Worcestershire to have treatments

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