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A member asked:
Is it common to have canker sores bleed?
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See Your Dentist: It is possible for a canker sore to bleed, however, this is usually due to a secondary irritation of the lesion or a subsequent infection. Please see your dentist for an evaluation and for some ideas about prevention of this problem.
Answered 7/23/2016
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Canker sores: Canker sores do not usually bleed, unless they are traumatized. It may not be a canker sore. See your dentist for an examination and diagnosis.
Answered 1/18/2016
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Contact DDS: See your dentist and have the dentist clinically observe the areas of concern. Laser therapy may be able to lessen the pain from the apthous ulcerations.
Answered 1/21/2016
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Very common: The canker sores bleed easily, especially when brushing your teeth. They are harmless and heal by themselves after 7-14 days.
Answered 6/10/2017
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