Mouth ulcers due to dangerously low iron, B12 and folate levels

[HayleyB]

Hello I was wondering if someone could give me some advice. At the moment my iron, b12 and folate levels are dangerously low so I’m taking medication and keep having blood transfusions. Because my levels are so low I really suffer with a lot of mouth ulcers which I have spoken to my doctors and dentist about many times and both say once my levels are better the ulcers will stop. I currently have 12. Anyway I’m paranoid I’ll end up with cavities when I struggle brushing my teeth properly because my mouth is so sore. I do also try to still floss and use mouth wash. Is there anything else I can do to make sure I don’t start getting cavities at the moment? TIA

 

[MattKW]

You're doing all you can within your constraints. Use a 0.12% chlorhexidine mouthwash to help keep plaque levels low.

 

[HayleyB]

You're doing all you can within your constraints. Use a 0.12% chlorhexidine mouthwash to help keep plaque levels low.

Ok I will do thank you.