Aphthous Stomatitis Treatment in Turkey
About Aphthous Stomatitis
Key Highlights
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Provides rapid pain relief and reduces inflammation.Minimally invasive, in-office procedure with no anesthesia required for topical applications.Accelerates the healing process of stubborn or severe ulcers.Performed by a specialist (dermatologist) with expertise in mucosal conditions.Can help break the cycle of recurrent, painful outbreaks.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe, large (major) aphthous ulcers causing significant pain and functional impairment.
- Ulcers that are persistent and do not heal with standard over-the-counter treatments.
- Frequent, recurrent outbreaks (RAS - Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis) impacting quality of life.
- Ulcers in locations that interfere with eating, drinking, or speaking.
- As part of a diagnostic workup to rule out other conditions if the presentation is atypical.
How to prepare
- Consultation with the dermatologist to review medical history and current medications.
- No specific fasting is required for topical or intralesional procedures.
- Inform the doctor of any allergies, especially to corticosteroids, silver nitrate, or local anesthetics.
- Maintain good oral hygiene prior to the appointment.
- Avoid applying any other topical oral medications for a few hours before the procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Localized discomfort, stinging, or burning sensation during chemical cauterization.
- Potential for temporary tissue whitening or irritation at the application site.
- Rare risk of infection at the injection site for intralesional steroids.
- Possible mucosal atrophy (thinning) with prolonged or repeated use of potent topical steroids.
- Allergic reaction to any of the agents used.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate relief is often experienced, though some initial stinging may occur.
- Avoid eating or drinking for 30-60 minutes after topical application to allow medication to adhere.
- Maintain a soft, bland diet and avoid spicy, acidic, or crunchy foods for 1-2 days.
- Practice gentle oral hygiene; avoid directly brushing the ulcer site.
- Follow-up as recommended if ulcers are recurrent, to discuss long-term management strategies.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
3-7 days for significant improvement
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering aphthous stomatitis in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with dermatology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform aphthous stomatitis. MediFyr helps you compare dermatologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for aphthous stomatitis compare across other countries where we have data.
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