Often a cup of hot aromatic coffee or tea causes safe, but extremely unpleasant burns on the tongue. Such a burn usually passes in a few days without any treatment.
Kiev. Ukraine. Ukraine Gate – March 28, 2021 – Lifestyle
But during this time I really want to reduce the pain and sensitivity of the burned tongue. Here are some ways to do it.
Cool the tongue immediately
The first thing you should do immediately after burning your tongue with a hot drink or dish is to cool the affected organ. This can be done with cold water or pieces of ice. The sooner you cool your tongue, the better you will feel and the faster the burned part of your mouth will heal.
Avoid annoying food and drink
Food and drinks that irritate the tongue should be excluded from the diet for a while. These include spicy food, hot drinks, and alcohol. All this can cause severe discomfort with a burn of the tongue. And alcoholic beverages can also slow down the healing of damaged cells.
Eat dairy products
Dairy products help cool the tongue, reduce pain and irritation. Of course, if these products are cold. You should definitely not drink hot milk. If you do not drink milk at all, you can eat yogurt or drink a glass of yogurt.
Rinse with saltwater
Rinsing with salt water can relieve the pain of burns and reduce the number of bacteria in the mouth. It is better to rinse your mouth several times a day: after meals and at bedtime. To prepare the rinsing solution, add half a teaspoon of salt to a glass of cool water.
Use an anesthetic
If the pain is very severe, it can be reduced with an oral anesthetic with benzocaine. Such anesthetics are designed to treat ulcers in the mouth and reduce toothache. They are available in the form of sprays or gels. It is better to consult a doctor before using the drug.
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Source: Ukrgate
