There are several different types of glossitis, but almost all of them can cause a sore or painful tongue. Glossitis means inflammation of the tongue. If the injury looks deep or large or there is excessive bleeding, emergency care may be needed. Deciding whether to repair them with stitches or surgery depends on the age of the child and the severity of the injury, according to a study in the International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry.

Tongue injuries, or lacerations, are common in children. Severe bites or injuries to the tongue, however, may need medical attention. Gargling a warm saltwater solution may help ease pain and aid with healing.

It may take several days or more than a week for the sore spot to heal completely. Seizure disorders, such as epilepsy, can also result in tongue injuries, or lacerations when the teeth bite down on the tongue during a seizure. This sometimes happens during contact sports or as a result of an accident, such as a slip or fall or a car accident. The tongue can also become injured if the teeth clamp shut on it during an impact. Because the tongue shares mouth space with the teeth, it is not uncommon for a person to bite it while chewing. Most people have experienced the sharp pain that comes from accidentally biting their tongue. Share on Pinterest A common cause of a sore tongue is accidentally biting the tongue when chewing food, or biting down suddenly.

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