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This article was co-written by Tu Anh Vu, DMD. Vu Tu Anh is a board certified dentist who runs a private dental practice in Brooklyn, New York. Tu Anh helps adults and children of all ages overcome fears related to dental care. Dr. Tu Anh conducted research to find a cure for Kaposi Sarcoma cancer and presented her research at the Hinman Conference in Memphis. She received her undergraduate degree from Bryn Mawr University and a DMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dentistry.
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Did you bite your tongue, or have your tongue cut off by something sharp like an ice cube or a broken tooth? Tongue rupture is a common injury. A cut on the tongue can be very uncomfortable but usually heals on its own within a few days. Even very serious injuries can gradually heal with proper medical treatment and care. In general, you can heal a cut on your tongue by stopping bleeding, healing the wound at home, relieving pain, and alleviating discomfort. [1] X Research Source
Steps
Stop bleeding
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Hand washing. Wet your hands under warm or cold running water. Rub hands together with soap for at least 20 seconds. Rinse thoroughly with soap and dry hands with a clean towel. This step helps prevent infection in the mouth. [2] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- You can use hand sanitizer if soap and tap water are not available.
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Wear latex rubber gloves. You should wear latex rubber gloves if available. Gloves are usually included in the first aid kit. This is a step to help prevent the wound on the tongue from becoming infected. [3] X Research Sources
- If you don’t have gloves, make sure you wash your hands thoroughly before putting them in your mouth.
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Washing mouth. Gargle with warm water for a few seconds, focusing on rinsing your tongue. This step helps you wash away any blood and debris that may still be on your tongue. [4] X Research Sources
- Avoid pulling out anything stuck in the cut, such as a fish bone or shard of glass. Stop gargling immediately, apply a wet gauze to the wound and seek medical attention. [5] X Research Sources
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Gently press the clean bandage over the wound. Use a clean piece of gauze or a clean towel to gently press on the cut and leave it there until the bleeding stops. If bleeding persists, continue to place a new gauze pad or towel until the bleeding stops or medical attention is obtained. [6] X Research Source
- Do not throw away used bandages or gauze if you are going to see a doctor. Put the bandage in a plastic bag and bring it to the clinic so the doctor knows how much blood you have lost.
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Apply ice cubes to the wound. Wrap an ice cube in a piece of cloth, then apply it to the cut and hold it for a few seconds. The coldness of ice cubes can constrict blood vessels and stop bleeding, in addition to helping you relieve pain and discomfort. [7] X Research Sources
- Remove the ice if it is too painful or too cold. You can burn your tongue from the cold.
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Go to the emergency room if necessary. You should see your doctor if the wound on your tongue doesn’t heal on its own, but more importantly, you need immediate medical attention if the wound is very serious or you are in danger of going into shock. You should also wrap yourself in a warm blanket if you are in shock. If any of the following symptoms are associated with a tongue injury, seek emergency medical care promptly: [8] X Research Source
- Bleeding that can’t be stopped
- Horizontal cut at the edge of the tongue [9] X Trusted Source HealthyChildren.org Go to source
- Open wound [10] X Research source
- Shock [11] X Research Source
- There’s debris in the cut
- Pale, cold, or wet skin [12] X Research Source
- Breathe fast and shallow
Healing
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Gargle with an alcohol-free mouthwash. You should use an alcohol-free mouthwash, such as those made for children, twice a day. Concentrate on cleaning your tongue. This step helps kill bacteria, fight infection, and heal wounds. [13] X Research Source
- Avoid mouthwashes that contain alcohol. Alcohol-containing products can cause pain and discomfort on the tongue.
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Gargle with salt water. Salt is a natural antibacterial agent that kills bacteria. Dissolve a teaspoon of salt in warm water and gargle twice a day. This step can help the wound heal and ease discomfort. [14] X Research Source
- If you like, you can use medical saline solution instead of saline.
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Apply aloe vera gel. Apply a thin layer of aloe vera gel to the wound and surrounding skin. This step will help relieve pain or ease discomfort. Aloe vera also helps the tongue heal faster. [15] X Research Source
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Incorporate foods high in vitamin C. Soft foods rich in vitamin C can aid wound healing on the tongue. You should add the following foods to your menu to speed up your recovery without increasing discomfort: [16] X Research Source
- Mango
- Grape
- Blueberry
Tongue pain relief
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Eat soft foods. While waiting for recovery, you should eat soft foods to limit pain and help the wound heal. [17] X Research Source You can temporarily switch to baby food, puree foods or simply choose softer foods. Some soft foods that help ease pain and heal include: [18] X Trusted Source Cleveland Clinic Go to Source
- Egg
- Ground meat or tender meat
- Peanut butter
- Cooked or canned fruit
- Steamed or soft cooked vegetables
- Rice
- Noodles
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Avoid irritating foods and drinks. Dry, salty and spicy foods make the wound on the tongue more painful. Drinks containing alcohol and caffeine also increase irritability. You should avoid these foods and drinks to help the wound heal faster and reduce pain. [19] X Research Source
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Drink a lot of water. A dry mouth can increase pain or discomfort. Drinking plenty of fluids can help ease your pain and speed up your recovery, while also preventing bad breath. [20] X Research Sources
- You can drink warm water with a few drops of lemon if you find it easier to drink.
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Take pain relievers. Cuts on the tongue can cause discomfort or swelling. [21] X Research Source Pain relievers like ibuprofen and naproxen sodium will help relieve pain and reduce swelling. Take the medicine as directed on the label or as directed by your doctor.
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This article was co-written by Tu Anh Vu, DMD. Vu Tu Anh is a board certified dentist who runs a private dental practice in Brooklyn, New York. Tu Anh helps adults and children of all ages overcome fears related to dental care. Dr. Tu Anh conducted research to find a cure for Kaposi Sarcoma cancer and presented her research at the Hinman Conference in Memphis. She received her undergraduate degree from Bryn Mawr University and a DMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dentistry.
There are 7 references cited in this article that you can see at the bottom of the page.
This article has been viewed 40,279 times.
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