Question 1

can i use clindamycin to treat canker sores?

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No: Canker sores not caused by bacteria, so antibiotic not effective. They are self limiting, disappearing on their own in a few days. Your Dentist can treat them with lasers. You can dab Milk of Magnesia on the sores, or OTC Dental Pain Relief products.

Question 2

can kisses cause canker sores?

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Really canker sores?: Answered before on healthtap, canker sores are common aphthous ulcers of the surface of the mouth that occur situationally, often in response to stressors, are bacterial or viral, & can be treated topically w/many otc products that reduce local discomfort & potentially speed healing. However, a # of systemic diseases cause canker sore-like lesions--crohn's, behcet's, std (sexually transmitted).

Question 3

what are possible causes of recurrent canker sores?

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Triggers: Have been identified/linked & not really causes.  It is multi-factorial, but some triggers include: food allergies, nutritional deficiencies (b12, folic acid, vit. C), emotional stress, smoking, dental appliances, other autoimmune illnesses (bechet's, lupus, crohn's), menstruation, hormone therapy, pregnancy.  Some studies have linked toothpastes containing sodium lauryl sulfate.

Question 4

what causes canker sores? how do i prevent them?

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Canker Sores: Possible triggers for canker sores include:
a minor injury to your mouth from dental work, overzealous brushing, sports mishaps, spicy or acidic foods, or an accidental cheek bite, 
toothpastes and mouth rinses containing sodium lauryl sulfate, 
food sensitivities, particularly to chocolate, coffee, strawberries, eggs, nuts, cheese and highly acidic foods, such as pineapple, 
and others.

Question 5

can listerine cool mint cause canker sores?

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It can: Many people have reactions to the ingredients in mouth rinses.  Just do a controlled test on your own by trying different rinses.  Also look for a non- alcohol rinse.

Question 6

what causes canker sores on tongue and why do they hurt?

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Canker sores: Cause is generally unknown although stress, local irritation, autoimmune response likely culprits. They hurt because the surface epithelium (similar to skin) is eroded and nerve endings are exposed.  It could be other things as well, so see a dentist for quicker relief or if it doesn't completely resolve in 14 days.

Question 7

should my canker sores cause the tooth in front of it to hurt?

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Possible: If the sores are in the front yes it can cause pain.    Hopefully your sores go away soon.  Try vitamin b supplements.

Question 8

what is the best way to clear up canker sores caused by braces?

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Wax!: Most oral sores associated with braces are traumatic in origin. Wax on the offending wire will do the trick.

Question 9

what are the causes of canker sores and how do you get rid of them?

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Virus: Canker sores are usually caused by a virus like the herpes virus. Most people can tell when they are going to get one and that is the time to start treating the area. Use an otc like abreva, or get a rx for Acyclovir ointment. If you get the sore frequently then you can be put on chronic suppressive therapy. This is where you take one anti-viral pill a day for a year to suppress the virus.

Question 10

could a fever between 101-103 for like two days cause canker sores?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Canker sores or aphthous ulcers can be as a result of illness or weakened immune systems. They are opportunistic in origin.  They can be caused by different triggers. So having a high fever which may be due to sickness, you may be prone to an outbreak.

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