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Looking for a caring and professional dental practice? We’re excited to welcome new patients to our clinic! Whether you’re due for a check-up, need treatment, or are looking to enhance your smile, our friendly team is here to help.
Contact us today to book your first appointment—we look forward to meeting you!

Mouth ulcers concerns

Mouth ulcers are painful sores that appear in the mouth, usually on the soft tissue - cheeks, lips or tongue. They can be white, red, yellow or grey in colour and swollen.

Although they're uncomfortable, mouth ulcers are usually harmless and clear up by themselves within a week or two.

In many cases, the reason for mouth ulcers is unclear, but triggers are thought to include:

  • Accidentally biting the inside of your cheek or a sharp tooth
  • Poorly fitting dentures
  • Hard food
  • A defective filling
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Hormonal changes – some women develop mouth ulcers during their monthly period
  • Eating certain foods – such as chocolate, spicy foods, coffee, peanuts, almonds, strawberries, cheese, tomatoes and wheat flour
  • Toothpaste containing sodium lauryl sulphate
  • Stopping smoking – when you first stop smoking, you may develop mouth ulcers
  • Viral infections – including the cold sore virus, chickenpox, and hand, foot and mouth disease
  • Medical conditions - including vitamin B12 or iron deficiency, Crohn's disease, coeliac disease, reactive arthritis, HIV, lupus, Behçet’s disease
  • Certain medications or medical treatments may also cause mouth ulcers

It's usually safe to treat mouth ulcers at home to help reduce swelling and ease any discomfort.

Self care

Tips for easing discomfort and aid healing…

  • Antimicrobial mouthwash or protective paste, available from your pharmacist
  • Use a soft toothbrush to brush your teeth
  • Use a toothpaste that doesn’t contain sodium lauryl sulphate, as this may be irritating
  • Avoid hard, spicy, salty, acidic or hot food and drink until the ulcer heals
  • Use a straw to drink cool drinks
  • Avoid things that may be triggering your mouth ulcers

Mouth ulcers can sometimes be a possible symptom of a more serious problem such as infection or mouth cancer. It's therefore essential that you contact Envisage Dental Basingstoke as soon as possible if you notice:

  • Your mouth ulcer has lasted three or more weeks
  • You keep getting mouth ulcers
  • Your mouth ulcer becomes more painful or red

Meet the team

Emma Ryman

Dentist

GDC NO. 83372

Helen Fossey

Dentist

GDC NO. 76201

Anita Puthran

Dentist

GDC NO. 157603

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People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Envisage Dental Basingstoke. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

763 Reviews

5.0

13th June 2025

Profesional and friendly team starting from amazing dentist Anita and finish on the receptionists. The dentist explained everything to me and reassured that everything goes well. The receptionist always find the time to book the appointment out of school hours! Thank you

12th June 2025

I love Amanda and Emma. I look forward to my appointments

12th June 2025

Friendliness of hygienist, knowledge and advice given.

12th June 2025

My dentist clearly explained what the treatment will entail. All members of the team were professional and courteous throughout.

11th June 2025

Emma is the best dentist I have ever had! I trust her implicitly and she has looked after me so carefully and cares about her patients.

11th June 2025

All the staff are very friendly

11th June 2025

The staff are helpful when booking appointments and go further to insure you can have the appointment that suits around your circumstance. They are also quick in getting back to you after leaving a message.

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Simon Clarke

All staff are very friendly at the pratice

7th June 2025

I was extremely nervous at my initial examination appointment and the following up with the hygienist. I was put at my ease fir which I was very grateful and made future appointments less of an ordeal

MB

Maisie Buffery

I’ve been going to Envisage Dental in Basingstoke for many years. The whole team are welcoming, the reception team are efficient and organised, and my dentist, Helen, always explains everything I need to know about my teeth. I’ve recently had my teeth whitened with Envisage and couldn’t be happier with the results. My teeth are so much whiter but still natural. Thank you!!

31st May 2025

My experience was very calming

30th May 2025

From the greeting at reception, through the whole appointment is great, Amanda and Emma are fantastic,and the new young lady on reception.

25th May 2025

Great service and staff

KP

Krish P

Such professionalism and care. My dentist was so lovely. Have never had a bad experience with her. Now my teeth look naturally perfect!

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sarah durrant

Completely positive experience. I was petrified of the dentist all my life but that’s changed since I’ve started having treatment here. The staff are wonderful and so friendly, made me feel at ease as soon as I arrived. Everything was explained to me in detail and the treatment given with care. I now have a smile to be proud off, and no fear of the dentist anymore. I would highly recommend this dentist to everyone.

22nd May 2025

Always very professional and thorough examination, and friendly.

12th May 2025

I always receive a very good care and have never had a bad experience at Envisage Basingstoke

RK

ramin khodai

Very friendly and professional

9th May 2025

On time, efficient, friendly, minimal pain and bloodshed

9th May 2025

The dentist I saw was very good. She explained all about the procedure I was having & put me at ease when I got a bit tense.

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