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Most mouth ulcers heal on their own within two weeks. If yours keep coming back, or won’t heal, we find out why and help you get better.
normal healing for most ulcers
get it checked
for a full check
included in every check
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Know The Cause
A broken tooth, braces wire or loose denture.
Or brushing too hard.
A common trigger for repeated ulcers.
Low B12, iron or folate.
Can trigger ulcers or make them worse.
Can cause white or red patches that need checking.
How We Help
Ulcers from sharp teeth, dentures or braces
Heals in 3–7 days
Painful, recurring ulcers
Pain eases in 2–3 days
Frequent ulcers from low vitamins
Fewer ulcers within weeks
Ulcers that won’t heal or look unusual
Results in about a week
Ulcers linked to other health conditions
As needed
What To Expect
How long you’ve had it, how often it comes back and what might trigger it.
A full check of your tongue, cheeks, gums and palate.
Smoothing a sharp tooth, or adjusting a denture or brace.
Gels, mouthwash or vitamins as needed.
We check that it has healed.
If the ulcer hasn’t healed or looks unusual.
Who Will Treat You
An ulcer that won’t heal should be checked by a specialist. For a mouth ulcer, Dr. J. Vijay Karthik has years of experience in mouth cancer surgery, so he can tell a harmless ulcer from one that needs further tests.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Head of Clinical Operations · General & Family Dentist
Your Comfort & Safety
Magnification and cameras help us spot changes early and track healing.
See your own teeth on screen, so you understand exactly what needs care.
Your dentist sees every detail four times larger, for more careful work.
Neat gum shaping with very little bleeding.
Quieter and smoother than the old air drill, with less vibration.
One quick scan shows all your teeth and jaws.
Every instrument cleaned, disinfected, autoclaved (Class B) and UV-treated. Your safety comes first.
Cost & Time
Most ulcers need only a check-up and simple medicine. This is what affects the cost.
Check-up and mouth cancer screening.
Gels, mouthwash or vitamins.
Blood tests for recurring ulcers.
Only if an ulcer won’t heal.
Smoothing a tooth or adjusting a denture.

Our promise to you
The price we agree on is the price you pay.
Your quote is based on your teeth, not a guess.
Every choice explained simply, with its cost.
Know the cost before any treatment begins.
If your treatment needs to change, we ask you first.
Pay your way
Your Questions, Answered
If it lasts more than two weeks, keeps growing, bleeds, or comes with a white or red patch. Get it checked soon.
Avoid spicy and sour food, rinse with warm salt water and use a soothing gel. If a sharp tooth or appliance is the cause, we can fix it.
Yes. Low B12, iron or folate is a common cause of repeated ulcers. A simple blood test can check.
Common mouth ulcers aren’t. Cold sores on the lips, caused by a virus, are.
Yes. We can smooth wires, give you orthodontic wax or adjust your denture to stop the rubbing.
Most ulcers are harmless. But any ulcer that hasn’t healed in two weeks, especially if you use tobacco, should be checked by a specialist.
Tobacco and paan can cause white or red patches and ulcers that may turn serious. Stopping, and regular checks, are important.
Book A Consultation
Book a check with our oral surgeon at our dental clinic in Kolathur, for relief and peace of mind.
Call or WhatsApp, 24/7 for emergencies
No. 8, Ambedkar Nagar, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, 200 Feet Road, Kolathur, Chennai 600 099
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No. 8, Ambedkar Nagar, Jawaharlal Nehru Road,
200 Feet Road, Kolathur, Chennai 600 099
All working days
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM