How often and how long should I use the household remedies?

How often and long the household remedies should be used depends on the characteristics of the aphthae. The tea tree oil and the papaya pieces, as well as the green tea and the camomile tea are, incompatibility reactions excluded, relatively harmless and can be used therefore several times daily. The application can be reduced accordingly when the aphthae subside.

One or two daily applications are recommended for the tea tree oil.
The teas are additionally effective when simply drinking the tea.

Home remedies as sole measure or supportive therapy?

An aphtae represents an acute defect of the mucous membrane. Usually a small inflammatory reaction occurs. Mostly the aphthae have an uncomplicated course and heal by themselves after a few days to weeks.

Accordingly, in most cases it is sufficient to treat the aphthae only with home remedies. If these show no effect after a few days, another therapy can be applied additionally. There are different creams and ointments, so it is recommended to consult a pharmacy.

When do I have to go to the doctor?

As a rule, aphtae are harmless local inflammations that heal after a few days to weeks. The healing can be supported by home remedies and usually does not require a visit to a doctor. If, however, after several weeks, healing still does not occur, a doctor should be consulted. Other symptoms that may occur, such as a rapid increase in size or changes and discoloration of the mucous membrane, should also be examined by a doctor. This is mainly to exclude another possible disease.

Which alternative therapy can still help?

There are various medicinal plants that can be helpful in aphthae. The effect is mostly based on an inhibition of the inflammation, whereby the pain can decrease and the aphthae heal faster. Here, for example, arnica flowers are suitable, but also the leaves of sage.

These can be used in various forms. Often there are also ready-made preparations available in pharmacies, such as a gel containing sage. This can then be applied in the area of the aphtae.

In general, additional attention should be paid to nutrition. Since the Aphte is usually located on the mucous membrane in the oral cavity, it is exposed to all supplied food. Therefore, very acidic foods, such as fruit juices, should be avoided or consumption should be reduced. Dairy products can also cause pain in the area of the aphtae under certain circumstances. Yoghurt is an exception to this rule, as it ensures a balance of the acid-base balance in the oral cavity.