FAQs: Help! This Canker Sore Is Killing Me!
Yes, it’s something that can happen to the best of us! It can also happen at just about any time and proves to be quite uncomfortable and at times, a wee bit frightening: It’s the arrival of a canker sore. You may find yourself dealing with this uncomfortable ulcerated area, as you wonder why it’s there, what you should be doing about it, and more. Fortunately, we can ease your mind by informing you that generally speaking, you don’t need to fret. However, as for the little details you can’t help stressing over, our Saxonburg, PA team is more than pleased to offer insight for a little relaxation (and to help you heal your oral health)!
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: How can I know that the sore affecting my oral health is a canker sore and not something else? Are there some obvious characteristics I can look for?
Answer: In general, you’ll know that it’s a canker sore by looking for an ulcer that is surrounded by a red halo (the middle is usually a white or yellow color). It will probably be quite painful. However, of course, when in doubt regarding your oral health, come in!
Question: What should I be doing to my canker sore in order to get it to heal? Is there some special type of topical product I should apply or some special way to clean it?
Answer: First, we remind you that if you deal with a serious canker sore that’s quite bad or that no matter what you do, won’t go away, it’s time to schedule a dental visit with our team. However, you will usually help them heal quickly by doing the following: Leave them alone, keep brushing and flossing as usual, swish a couple times a day with a salt water solution.
Question: Why do canker sores occur at all? Is there something I’m doing wrong that’s causing them to develop? Will they harm my oral health?
Answer: Fortunately, these types of sores are not damaging to your mouth. Unfortunately, we do not know exactly why they show up. It’s possible that high stress levels may encourage their arrival, changes in hormones, sensitivities to foods or products, minor injury, and more have something to do with it.
Question: Is my canker sore contagious? Do I have to be really careful about being around others when I have one?
Answer: We are happy to report that no, canker sores are not contagious. You may go about life as usual without worrying that you might spread the issue to others.
See Us For Serious Canker Sores
If you have a canker sore that is bigger or more severe than others you have experienced or that simply isn’t healing, we suggest you come in to see our team, so we may assist you in regaining your oral health. Receive comprehensive, comfortable personalized dental care in Saxonburg, PA by contacting Saxonburg Dental Care today at (724) 352-4440.
