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What causes canker sores inside your mouth? i have been getting them increasingly often and they always come back within a week of getting rid of them

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Dr. Daniel Rubenstein answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Canker sores: There is no definitive cause of canker sores (aphthous ulcers). Canker sores often occur due to stress, irritation, injury. They may also occur with hormonal changes within the body. Re-occurring ulcers may also be due to viral infections. See your dentist to determine what kind or sores you are getting and the possible causes.

Answered 11/25/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Canker sores: are the most common oral lesions. Individual ulcers typically last 1-2 weeks. The condition is idiopathic (cause is not known) recurrent aphthous ulcers is usually self-limiting. Try to keep adequate oral hygiene as possible. If concerned see your dentist after 10 days or visit today for laser immediate amelioration.

Answered 11/26/2015

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How can I get rid of multiple canker sores in my mouth?

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