raw pallet

last week i cut the roof of my mouth by eating toast. it still hasent healed and it is impossible to eat or drink without pain. when i rub my tongue over it, its very smooth. ive tried swishing with warm salt water but its not working. how do i get it to heal?

[Ramin Mehregan, DMD]

Dear Patient
Unfortunately those kind of wounds will take some time to heal, especially since they are subjected to daily irritations. I would recommend to stay away from spicy, citrusy, over salted food and alcohol for about a week.