Is Your Mouth Sore Something Worse?

Columbus Mouths And Stomatitis

One of our most important roles at Just Smiles General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Westerville is to help our patients maintain the best possible dental health. Regular cleanings and checkups are essential.

Some of our patients have problems with mouth sores, which is the topic of this message.

If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two, it is important to come in for an exam, even if your six-month checkup isn’t due for a while. Mouth sores can be an indicator of disease, and an early assessment aids in preventing more serious issues.

If required, treatment and pain relief can be offered. In extreme cases, we will refer you to a medical professional who specializes in ailments that can cause mouth sores.

There are two types of mouth sores: canker sores and cold sores.

  • Canker sores are small and ulcer-like, with a white or gray base and a red border. They are found on the inside of the mouth, and while they are not contagious, they can be painful. Canker sore usually heal in a week or two. Antimicrobial mouth-rinses, over-the-counter topical anesthetics, and avoiding spicy and acidic foods aids in temporary relief while your sore is healing.
  • Cold sores, also called fever blisters or Herpes Simplex, are groups of fluid-filled blisters that appear around the lips, sometimes appearing under the nose or around the chin. Cold sores are contagious and painful, but typically heal in about a week. Some over-the-counter anesthetics furnish relief.

For either condition, we can advise you on the best treatment. At Just Smiles General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Westerville, the dental health of our patients is always our top priority. Patients from Columbus, Galloway, and Galena come to us for general and restorative dentistry. Contact us today!

Contact Just Smiles Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

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Just Smiles Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
656 N State St
Westerville, OH 43082
614-823-8668

Just Smiles Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
1921 Hilliard Rome Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
614-777-8668

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