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no u get canker sores from not brushing ur teeth well Another Answer Canker sores can be a common problem following any trauma or any manipulation of the oral tissues, especially if you are prone to fever blisters or oral ulcers. It is simply the stress that brings them out.
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ORAL WOUND POWDER CANKER SORES & THE LIKE
Can making out with a person who gets canker sores give you canker sores?
No. I have canker sores and have never kowingly given some one canker sores. Canker sores are not caused by the same thing that causes cold sores and as far as I know they are not contagious. But to be on the safe side avoid kissing this person until their canker sores go away.
What is the drug for canker sores?
FYI canaker sores are not related to oral herpes (the virus that causes cold sores). See related link for some remedies.
Can canker sores be caught from someone else?
No, canker sores are abrasions inside your mouth and can be caused by biting your mouth, stress, drinking coffee etc. Cold sores (oral herpes) can be spread by someone else.
What is difference between cold sores and canker sores?
Sorry hun they are the same thing. The name cold sore is supposed to lessen the stigma of having oral herpes. The good thing is they are nothing bad to have, they don't do any thing else besides cause an annoying sore / blisters, they are also very common to have. FYI they can be passed to the mouth with out ever having any thing to do with sex. When they break out it's often a sign that you're run down, have been out in the sun or cold weather fot too long, or stressed out by some thing.
Are ulcers in the mouth oral herpes?
Not necessarily. Canker sores are often a sign of too much acid in one's diet (e.g. tomato products).
What is the difference between a cold sore fever blister and herpes?
Canker sores an cold sores are not the same thing. Oral herpes is caused by a contagious virus. Cold sores can cause a lot of discomfort or pain and they affect the out side of the mouth. Canker sores are caused by bacteria and as far as I know they are not contagious. Canker sores are raise white slightly itchy masses that occuron the inside of the mouth.
What is the definition of mouth care?
Mouth care is an important aspect of hygiene. Maintaining a healthy oral cavity reduces the risk of oral problems such as bad breath, dry mouth, cold sores or canker.
Are canker sores a form of herpes?
Canker sores are not a form of herpes, however, they are often confused and mistaken as herpes. Herpes ulcers are smaller than canker sores and form blisters before ulcerating. The lesions caused by herpes are commonly known as 'cold sores'."Canker sores" are small ulcers on the inside of the mouth, including gums, tongue and inside of the lips. They are caused by an auto-immune condition that may in turn be caused by a virus that you get by age 5. They are often triggered by stress or small bites in the mouth. They will go away by themselves within 4-14 days.There are various remedies that may help reduce the pain of canker sores and increase healing. These include cleaning with an oral agent (like Glyoxyl). You can also try diluted hydrogen peroxide or salt water. Vitamin B complex may help.Another remedy is a steroid called Kenalog. It's a paste that you run over the afflicted area. This is available by prescription. Many doctors seem unaware of this but dentists seem knowledgeable.See related link for some common triggers / causes of canker sores.Here is the straight story:Cold sores are caused by the Herpes virusCanker sores are caused by stress or physical damage in the mouth.Canchre sores are caused the the syphilis disease.
Blisters on the side of the mouth in the middle of the mouth?
If they on the outside of your mouth (ie. around your lip) they might be cold sores (oral herpes). If they are inside your mouth and hurt they might be canker sores and will go away by themselves within 4-14 days.
What is an over-the-counter treatment for stomatitis?
Daily use of Viadent oral rinse will prevent chronic stomatitis (canker sores).
Do you need prescription medicine for canker sores in your mouth?
Canker sores usually go away on their own within a week or two. Canker sores that are unusally large (bigger than 1/2 inch), don't go away on their own, or recurrent should prompt a doctor visit, because they may signal an underlying health condition. The doctor may prescribe a mouth rinse or topical analgesic to help with the pain, and sometimes supplements for folic acid, B6, B12, and zinc can help prevent recurring canker sores. As a last resort, oral steroid medications can be prescribed.
