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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 healin…

  • 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 [practice name] 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

Celehte Fortuin

Dentist

GDC NO. 74757

Pedro Neto

Dental Surgeon

GDC NO. 84464

Stephen McCrory

Dentist

GDC NO. 193130

Tara Docherty

Hygienist

GDC NO. 160710

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1016 Reviews

5.0

2nd July 2025

Staff always seem very caring of my dental needs and nothing is too much trouble for them

2nd July 2025

The clinicians and hygienist have looked after my teeth for many years - for well over a year I have therefore not had to have any treatment. All the staff are friendly and caring, my dentist is so kind and incredibly gentle when examining my mouth, as is the hygienist.

1st July 2025

I was very worried about a future treatment that I would be having in London and I was made to feel far more positive about what would happen and how the treatment would be carried out. I can only thank the team for everything they have done for me. Very positive appointment

30th June 2025

Service with a smile which always mine.Never feel rushed and always listened to

30th June 2025

welcoming, professional and caring team

30th June 2025

Friendly efficient I would just like to mention 1 negative impression the screens playing GB News . In these contentious times . I would prefer non political information to be displayed

26th June 2025

Everything about this service is astounding. Many thanks again - Matthew

25th June 2025

Treated with respect & listened to. When I have needed an appointment at short notice reception staff have fitted me in.

JM

Jane Moret

What can I say, as a very nervous patient the team here are amazing. I no longer get that dreaded feeling about going to the Dentist From the reception girls , the dental nurse Merci, my dentist Celehta and Tara my hygienist you give a fantastic service, thank you all so much

17th June 2025

Always happy and cheerful staff who make me feel at ease

11th June 2025

I was anxious about visiting the dentist due to previous negative experiences at other dental practices.However, everything about my first two appointments put me at ease. The reception staff are friendly and helpful; the hygienist lovely, she was caring, gentle and gave advice without lecturing.The dentist Stephen is outstanding, both in his dentistry skills and his excellent communication. He spent time listening to my concerns and explained clearly what was going on with my teeth and treatment options.I couldn’t be happier that I chose Envisage Dental Practice and would strongly recommend it for anyone who has a fear of dentists!

11th June 2025

A welcoming atmosphere, pleasant manner of all staff

7th June 2025

Tara was brilliant….. confident, caring and kind.

7th June 2025

The excellent ability of the staff and on this occasion the brilliant and professional Hygeniest Tara, I have been seeing her for a few years and she is the best hygeniest I have ever used. My teeth are complicated but her dental knowledge goes beyond basic hygiene. Brilliant

6th June 2025

Always professional and friendly. A lovely team

5th June 2025

Everyone is polite, kind and listens to any concerns and addresses them

5th June 2025

The dentist explained everything to me and is very calming. Showed great professionalism. The hygienist was also the same.

5th June 2025

Friendly, explain everything in a way you can understand. Nothing is too much trouble.You truly feel they care about you.The whole practice is 5 stars and beyond .Thank you

4th June 2025

I have had horrible experiences with dentists in the past. This dentist is amazing. The people are so caring, everything is explained so well, and overall a very good experience. Absolutely not going anywhere else.

3rd June 2025

Completely at ease whenever I visit.

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