Yikes, what a gross title. I also realize this may win the award for the most random blog post (potentially ever), but I wanted to share this great product with anyone who might need it!
If you get mouth ulcers/sores (different than fever blisters that appear around the outside of your mouth), have rub spots from braces or dentures, or other irritations/injuries to your mouth and gum area, you should try Colgate's Orabase. I've had the worst ulcer on my gumline/inside lip for a week now, as well as two small ulcers on my tongue caused by a daily medication. I finally broke down last night and headed to Kroger to buy Orajel, which is what I've used in the past. Even though the relief doesn't last very long, it still keeps the spot numb for a few minutes.
After seeing the ADA (American Dental Association) seal on Orabase, I picked it up instead. Wow. If you suffer from any kinds of mouth sores, try it. Just by applying a pindrop-sized drop of the paste makes the spot go numb for a while, plus the pain decreases even when you start to regain feeling in the area.
It's a little pricey ($5.99 at Kroger and the box size is very deceiving - the tube is only 0.21 ounces), but it really does work. I bought the paste, but the web site shows that it comes in a gel form as well. As always, follow the instructions and check with a doctor or dentist if anything strange happens. I'm no expert, but I really do recommend this product. Thank you, Colgate!
