Question 1

my canker sores wont go?

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Dental visit: True canker sores are helped by sme medications, but you need a dental visit to make sure that is what you have and to get a prescription

Question 2

what causes canker sores?

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Herpes virus: Usually the sore starts with a tingly sensation then may feel feverish and swollen then becomes painful and you will notice a raised blister or sore with a red border.  Many times they are due to a trauma or stress but the bottom line is that it is from a herpetic virus.

Question 3

are canker sores permanent?

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canker sores: Canker sores usually last about 2 weeks and heal on their own.  Your dentist should be able to help make the symptoms more bearable.  Since other things can look like a canker sore, especially if they last much longer, you will want to have it checked out by your dentist.

Question 4

what is best for canker sores?

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Best: TIME: Though i routinely prescribe nsaids to control pain from canker sores during the 3-5 days that they are uncomfortable. In rare cases, called "major aphthae" i will prescribe a short course of oral corticosteroid--especially if the lesion/s interfere with swallowing or speech. If on other areas, can be cauterized with a laser or chemicals. If Ibuprofen doesn't cut it, call your dentist for help.

Question 5

how do you treat canker sores?

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Salt water swish: Early on, you can try a salt water or hydrogen peroxide swish and spit.  If the symptoms persist past a few days or recur frequently, see your dentist or doctor for an antimicrobial mouthwash, cortisone medication, or other solution.

Question 6

why canker sores grow in size?

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Get it checked: Canker sore typically heal in about 10-14 days and once they form they do not keep growing.  If the sore in your mouth is growing, please se a dentist and have it checked.  It may be ore than just a canker sore.

Question 7

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 8

can citrus cause canker sores?

Accepted Answer

Canker sores: The cause of canker sores is uncertain, but some people seem prone to developing them with large citrus intake. Most common cause is mouth trauma, as from overly vigorous brushing the teeth or accidentally biting the inside of one's mouth. Try limiting citrus intake to see if that makes a difference.

Question 9

what's causing my canker sores?

Accepted Answer

A virus: Canker sores are caused by a virus that remains dormant in your system, until stress, a scratch, or your lowered resistance often causes the canker sore to appear.

Laser dentists have had great success treating (without directly contacting the sore with the laser) and with minimal discomfort.  Often laser treatment cuts the duration of the canker sore in half!

Question 10

how to know it is canker sores?

Accepted Answer

Canker sore: A canker sore is usually a bright red lesion in the mouth with an interior that may be yellow or white. They tend to be painful. Your dentist can diagnose if you have a canker sore.

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