{"id":150,"date":"2020-02-11T13:41:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-11T13:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalpartnersofnewburyport.com\/blog\/?p=150"},"modified":"2020-03-11T13:46:28","modified_gmt":"2020-03-11T13:46:28","slug":"how-can-you-treat-canker-sores","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalpartnersofnewburyport.com\/blog\/how-can-you-treat-canker-sores\/","title":{"rendered":"How Can You Treat Canker Sores?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalpartnersofnewburyport.com\/blog\/how-can-you-treat-canker-sores\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"192\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalpartnersofnewburyport.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_104119609__1583934321_56508-300x192.jpg\" alt=\"person with a canker sore on their lip\" class=\"wp-image-151\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalpartnersofnewburyport.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_104119609__1583934321_56508-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalpartnersofnewburyport.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_104119609__1583934321_56508-768x492.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentalpartnersofnewburyport.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_104119609__1583934321_56508.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Having spots appear on your mouth and lips isn\u2019t just unattractive, it\u2019s also uncomfortable. Unfortunately, oral sores are a relatively common issue, and there are numerous different types. These include canker and cold sores that seem to take forever to go away. Because these can be so uncomfortable to deal with when you talk and speak, knowing how to ease your pain and get rid of them faster can help make your life a lot easier if you frequently get them. Read on to learn about different types of canker sores and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalpartnersofnewburyport.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">how your dentist<\/a> can quickly treat them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are Canker Sores?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Canker sores only form on the inside of your mouth and are\ntypically found in these areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>On the gums.<\/li><li>Inside of the cheek.<\/li><li>Inside of the lip.<\/li><li>On or below the tongue.<\/li><li>On the back roof of your mouth, also known as\nthe soft palate. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They can be incredibly uncomfortable when they form because\nthey often cause a burning or tingling feeling. Typically, the appear in the\nform of a circle or oval and are white, yellow, or surrounded by a red border.\nMajor canker sores that are large can be incredibly uncomfortable and may take\nlonger than a small one to heal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Herpetiform canker sores are less common, but they look like\nclusters of small pinpricks. These usually occur in more mature people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Canker Sores?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Researchers aren\u2019t entirely sore what directly causes canker\nsores, but they do know that, unlike cold sores, these aren\u2019t contagious.\nStudies have looked at some of the following possible triggers for canker\nsores:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>An oral injury inside the mouth. <\/li><li>Nutrient deficiencies in vitamin B-12, iron, or\nfolate. <\/li><li>Using oral hygiene products that contain sodium\nlauryl sulfate. <\/li><li>Stress. <\/li><li>Hormone fluctuations caused by menstruation,\npregnancy, or gender-affirming hormone therapy. <\/li><li>Reactions to certain foods. <\/li><li>Medical conditions that affect your immune\nsystem. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you regularly get canker sores, you can speak with your\ndentist or doctor about possible prevention techniques and tips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can You Treat Oral Sores?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Smaller canker sores will usually go away on their own\nwithin a couple of weeks, but for larger ones, it\u2019s a good idea to take action\nto ease your discomfort and attempt to get rid of it sooner. Here are some\nsteps you could take to treat the symptoms caused by your large canker sore:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Get an over-the-counter cream or gel that\ncontains active ingredients such as benzocaine, hydrogen peroxide, and\nfluocinonide. <\/li><li>Ask your dentist for a prescription mouthwash\nthat contains dexamethasone. <\/li><li>Speak with your dentist about oral medications\nif your canker sore doesn\u2019t respond to other treatments. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a problem with frequently developing these\nsores, it\u2019s a good idea to get a professional examination to rule out any\nchance of oral cancer. Plus, with help from your dentist, you can protect your\nmouth from developing these in the future and causing you pain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Peter St. Clair has been helping ease his patients\u2019 pain\nand protect their mouths from future damage by tackling problems sooner rather\nthan later. He regularly completes continuing education courses so he can stay\nup-to-date with the latest treatments and technology in the dental world. He is\nalso an active member of several professional organizations, including the\nAmerican Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry, to name a couple.\nFor questions or to schedule an oral checkup and cancer screening, visit Dental\nPartners of Newburyport\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalpartnersofnewburyport.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>\nor call 978-465-5358.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Having spots appear on your mouth and lips isn\u2019t just unattractive, it\u2019s also uncomfortable. Unfortunately, oral sores are a relatively common issue, and there are numerous different types. These include canker and cold sores that seem to take forever to go away. Because these can be so uncomfortable to deal with when you talk and speak, knowing how to ease your pain and get rid of them faster can help make your life a lot [&hellip;] <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalpartnersofnewburyport.com\/blog\/how-can-you-treat-canker-sores\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-150","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Dentist Newburyport | What Are Canker Sores? | Canker Sore Treatment<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do you have a bump on or near your mouth that you believe is a canker sore? 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