Antiaphthic

/ænˈtɪæfθɪk/ adjective

Treating or preventing aphthae, which are painful small ulcers or sores in the mouth.

From Greek 'anti-' (against) + 'aphtha' (from Greek 'aphtha' meaning to break out). This medical term has been used for centuries to describe treatments for canker sores.

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