Can Iodine be applied in the mouth?

Povidone-iodine can generally be applied in the mouth. Povidone-iodine is a common disinfectant in daily life. When applied in the mouth, it is less irritating to the oral mucosa and can also help restore damaged oral mucosa.

In daily life, iodine tincture is a disinfectant that can kill and disinfect wounds on the body. It has a wide range of applications. In addition to being used on the external skin, if oral ulcers occur or the oral mucosa is damaged, you can also use a cotton swab dipped in iodine tincture and apply it to the damaged area of ​​the oral mucosa. It can help the wound surface recover and clean up the bacteria and microorganisms on the wound surface.

Povidone-iodine is also a disinfectant with relatively low irritation. When used in the mouth, it will reduce irritation to the oral mucosa and will not cause any discomfort. Using povidone-iodine in the mouth can effectively kill bacteria and fungi and help remove viruses. When used, the concentration of povidone-iodine is generally low and the color is lighter. It will not cause poisoning reactions after being applied to the mouth.

If the mucous membrane inside the mouth is ruptured or bleeding after being hit in daily life, some people have oral ulcers or accidentally bite the inner wall of the mouth while eating, you can use iodine to apply it.