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Thursday, February 25, 2010

Avoiding Canker Sores

Sodium Laurel Sulfate, or SLS is a foaming agent used in most toothpastes and mouth rinses. People with canker sores, also known, as aphthous ulcers might have SLS to thank for their outbreaks. It dries out the protective layer of tissue in the mouth and makes the underlying tissue more susceptible to breakouts especially when acidic foods are introduced to the environment. Canker sores can be intensely painful lesions for some people or just a simple annoyance to others. To avoid and prevent future outbreaks, it's best to eliminate Sodium Laurel Sulfate from your oral hygiene products. There are several products available that do not contain SLS, you just have to read the list of ingredients first.

posted by Judith M. at 3:11 PM

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