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Canker Sore or Cold Sore? How to Tell the Difference And What to Do Next
A painful spot near your mouth can be frustrating, uncomfortable, and sometimes confusing. Many people use the terms canker sore and cold sore interchangeably, but they are not the same condition. Canker sores develop inside the mouth and are not contagious. Cold sores usually form on or around the lips, are caused by the herpes…
Read MoreCanker Sores: Causes, Treatment, Prevention, and When to See Your Dentist
A Small Sore Can Cause a Lot of Pain Few oral conditions are as small—and as surprisingly painful—as a canker sore. Although canker sores are usually only a few millimeters in size, they can make eating, drinking, brushing your teeth, and even speaking uncomfortable. Fortunately, most heal on their own within one to two weeks…
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