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Department of Health and Human Services and U. Department of Agriculture. By Site Admin. Dernick, D. Common Reasons the Roof of the Mouth is Swollen The roof of your mouth can become swollen if it is injured by a piece of hard food during chewing. When to see a Dentist or Doctor Although seeing a dental specialist may not be necessary for a swollen mouth most of the time, there are some situations calling for a consultation with your Woodlands dentist.
Robert G. Office Hours:. Dernick D. All rights reserved. Electrolytes are minerals in your body fluids, blood, and urine. Maintaining adequate electrolyte levels is very important for proper body functions.
When levels of electrolytes become too low or too high, you may experience any number of symptoms, including swelling in the roof of your mouth. People who drink heavily and have a hangover the next day may notice swelling and discomfort in the roof of their mouths. Dehydration can cause dry mouth. Excessive dry mouth may lead to swelling or tenderness on the roof of your mouth. In rare cases, swelling on the roof of your mouth may be a symptom of a serious health issue, such as oral cancer.
Likewise, if swelling on the roof of the mouth is accompanied by abdominal tenderness, it could be a sign of hepatitis. If a cause for the swelling in the roof of your mouth is easy to identify, such as hot coffee, you may not need to visit your doctor. You can simply give the burn time to heal.
Some people will need medical treatment for swelling on the roof of the mouth. Ask yourself these questions when trying to decide if you should see your doctor:. Your doctor or dentist will examine your mouth. If your doctor is uncertain or if your symptoms last more than a week, your doctor may take cell scrapings from the roof of your mouth for a biopsy.
If you burn the roof of your mouth, immediately rinse your mouth with cool water. If you develop painful blisters, contact your doctor. Some oral gels and pastes can also be applied to areas that are severely burned. Learn more: How to treat a burn on the roof of your mouth ». In severe cases of dehydration, you may need to seek emergency medical treatment. Both canker sores and cold sores typically disappear on their own in a week to 10 days.
During that time, OTC pain-relieving gels may help ease irritation and pain. If cancer is causing your symptoms, your doctor will refer you to an oncologist.
More severe causes for swelling of the roof of your mouth, such as cancer, are rare. As you recover, remember to give your skin time to heal. Both can burn the delicate skin in your mouth. Hard foods not only hurt your teeth, but they can damage your gums and the skin on your hard palate. Take small bites, and chew gently.
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