Duration
The duration of an inflammation in the area of the palate depends primarily on its cause and whether it can be eliminated or how it is treated. Since inflammations in the mouth/throat area are mostly viral infections, they often subside on their own after 1-2 weeks. Only certain viral diseases (e.g. herpes viruses) require drug therapy. Bacterial infections as a trigger for the inflammation usually subside after a good week, possibly in consultation with the treating family doctor the use of antibiotics is necessary. Avoiding mechanical irritation of any kind as a cause of the inflammation leads to an improvement after a short time.
Prophylaxis
How to prevent inflammation of the palate? In order to protect as many compartments of the palate as possible from inflammation, good oral hygiene is particularly recommended. Regular and thorough cleaning of the teeth and interdental spaces keeps the number of germs in the mouth low.
Dental prosthesis wearers should pay special attention to oral hygiene. In addition, the oral mucosa should be sufficiently moistened by saliva, as saliva can kill germs. To produce enough saliva, it is important to drink enough.
Since inflammations often result from injuries, they should be prevented: Food and drinks should not be taken too hot, sharp edges on dentures or braces should be rounded off. A healthy lifestyle and balanced diet strengthen the immune system, which reduces susceptibility to infections. Since the spread of pathogens is particularly high during the cold season, it is very difficult to protect oneself from tonsillitis during this time. Thorough hand washing is helpful to prevent infection.
