Canker Sores Vs. Cold 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 – Unknown
Painful but NOT CONTAGIOUS
Treatment – Debacterol (Encourages healing & reduces pain)
Cold Sores
AKA – Fever Blisters
Generally occur OUTSIDE the mouth (Lips, chin, cheeks & nostrils)
Cause – Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS
Treatment – Viroxyn (Lessens healing time to 3 days)
