Rinse your mouth with warm salt water before bed
Avoid spicy, acidic, hot, or crunchy foods
Use an alcohol-free antiseptic mouthwash
Apply a protective oral gel or paste directly to the ulcer
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever if you can safely use it
Drink cool water and stay well hydrated
Suck on ice chips or hold ice water in your mouth briefly
Brush gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush
Avoid smoking, शराब, and mouth irritants
Do not pick, bite, or rub the ulcer
Use a topical oral numbing gel if needed
Sleep with your head slightly elevated
Seek medical care if the ulcer is severe, recurrent, or lasts more than 2 weeks
