Cold Sores vs. Canker Sores
These two common ailments are often confused with one another. See the information below to determine which one you may suffer from & what treatments our office has available for you.
Canker Sores
AKA – Apthous Ulcers
Occur INSIDE the mouth
Cause – UnknownPainful but NOT CONTAGIOUS
Treatment – Debacterol (Encourages healing & reduces pain)
Fever Blisters
AKA – Cold Sores
Generally occur OUTSIDE the mouth (Lips, chin, cheeks & nostrils)
Cause – Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS
Treatment – Viroxyn (Lessens healing time to 3 days)
