{"id":392,"date":"2022-05-05T15:16:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-05T15:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vistadental.net\/blog\/?p=392"},"modified":"2022-06-15T15:16:31","modified_gmt":"2022-06-15T15:16:31","slug":"causes-and-treatments-for-canker-and-cold-mouth-sores","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vistadental.net\/blog\/2022\/05\/05\/causes-and-treatments-for-canker-and-cold-mouth-sores\/","title":{"rendered":"What Causes Canker Sores & Cold Sores?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Most people tend to consider mouth sores interchangeable. Whatever their unique distinctions, the latter are unpleasant, painful, and better off gone. However, knowing their differences can help you discern the best possible treatment options<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below is a summary of the contrasting traits, causes, and treatments for canker and cold sores. Read on so you can tell them apart and deal with each appropriately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Canker Sores: Traits & Causes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Canker sores are small white swellings surrounded by an area of redness. They only occur on the inside of your mouth, typically on your inner cheeks or lips or below your tongue\u2019s soft palate. They\u2019re typically round or oval in shape as well. You may notice a burning or tingling feeling before they appear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The causes of canker sores are unknown, but they aren\u2019t contagious. You can\u2019t get them by sharing utensils or kissing. Some possible triggers include mouth injury, vitamin B-12 deficiency, toothpaste with sodium lauryl sulfate, and stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cold Sores: Traits & Causes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cold sores are fluid-filled blisters that develop around the lips, nose, or chin. Those with a new case may experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n