A member asked:

Canker sores 1994 dr. ef wright dentist has written in gen.dent. of lysine 500 mg. maint. and 1000mg. acute condition. why nobody else is advising?

6 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Dr. James Goodpaster answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Apthous Ulcers: Perhaps because what patients refer to as canker sores are not always what is helped with lysine and the sore needs to be seen by a professional first to recommend treatment. L-lysine can help some people with apthous ulcers - white lesions on non-bounded tissue often between cheek & gum and associated with stress. There are other treatments as well. Sores last 10-14 days with or without treating.

Answered 5/1/2019

5.3k views

Thank

No Cure Available: If you have canker sores, there really isn't a "cure" available. All treatments aim at reducing healing time or reducing pain. Some practitioners like lysine, others place an acidic fluid to seal the surface, and some use a laser. They all work pretty well at relieving pain, but they don't really heal the lesions or protect you from recurrence. Have them re-examined if it's been since 1994.

Answered 3/4/2013

5.3k views

Thank
Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Different lesion: I researched the article. From what i saw, the study was referring to "cold sores" which are caused by a virus. You mentioned "canker sores" also known as aphthous ulcers whose cause is unknown and thought to be related to stress and local trauma.

Answered 10/4/2016

5.3k views

Thank
Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Canker sores: Canker sores are the most common recurrent oral lesions. Individual ulcers typically last 1-2 weeks. The condition is idiopathic (cause is not known) recurrent aphthous ulcers is usually self-limiting and no treatment is required.. If concerned see your dentist after 10 days.

Answered 7/31/2014

3.8k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more