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Is Sore On Mouth (rugae) A Cause For Concern In Ex-smokers?
Occasionally I get a sore on the roof of my mouth. Then it goes away. Same spot. When I went to the dentist they said it was called rugae? They were not concerned. But since I was a heavy smoker for 25 years, I am worried. I've quit, it's been 7-8 years.
Fri, 4 Apr 2014
Hello, Thank you for consulting with HCM.
Actually rugahe area is a constant landmark in the roof of mouth, it is not sore and it does not goes and comes.
If you have some kind of soreness on the roof then it is not rugae, it might be an aphthous ulcer.
Better you should observe the condition and if you notice it in future, then just start with a topical ointment named mucopain.
In smokers if soreness occur on the roof it is very painful and with burning sensation, but if you have quit the habit that it is not related to that.
Hope it will help you.
Actually rugahe area is a constant landmark in the roof of mouth, it is not sore and it does not goes and comes.
If you have some kind of soreness on the roof then it is not rugae, it might be an aphthous ulcer.
Better you should observe the condition and if you notice it in future, then just start with a topical ointment named mucopain.
In smokers if soreness occur on the roof it is very painful and with burning sensation, but if you have quit the habit that it is not related to that.
Hope it will help you.
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