What are the symptoms of canker sores?
Aphthous ulcers start as reddened, flat macules on the mucosa, then progress to ulcers with a yellow-grey fibrinous membrane that can be scraped away. The ulcer is enclosed by a reddish ring. They can happen inside your mouth, under your tongue, inside your cheeks, or even inside your lips. A day or two before the sores emerge you can feel discomfort or a burning sensation in your mouth.
There are three main categories due to which canker sores occur, including minor, major and herpetiform sores that harm one’s part of the mouth and as a result, oral health suffers.
Minor canker sores
Minor canker sores are the most common
They are usually small.
They are oval-shaped with a red edge.
Heal without scarring in one to two weeks.
Major canker sores
Major canker sores are less common
Are larger and deeper than minor canker sores.
Are usually round with defined borders, but may have irregular edges when it becomes large
It can be extremely painful.
May take up to six weeks or more to heal and can leave extensive scarring.
Herpetiform sores
They are pinpoint-sized
Occur in clusters of 10 to 100 sores, but may merge into one large ulcer
Have irregular edges
Heal without scarring in one to two weeks
Consult your doctor if you experience it.
canker sores
What causes canker sores in the mouth?
The exact cause of canker sores is unknown, but researchers and health care professionals believe that a variety of factors, often in the same individual, lead to outbreaks. Canker sores are caused by a variety of factors., like:
Any smaller injury caused while food chewing, hard brushing activity, mishaps during sports activity, etc.
Overeating food like coffee, chocolates, nuts, cheese, or any spicy food.
Lack of some nutrients like calcium, vitamin B-12, iron, etc.
Excessive bacteria develop in the mouth.
Improper fitting of the dental apparatus
An accident where a tooth or teeth are knocked out, a painful tooth abscess filled with pus, or an accident where a tooth is accidentally knocked out are all examples of some potential dental emergencies.
However, knowing when you need to seek emergency dental care is very important.
Consult your dentist as soon as possible if you think there is any chance you may be at risk of developing tooth decay, gum disease, cavities, or worse oral health problems.
One of the primary reasons people do not always know when they need emergency dental care is that they ignore their oral health.
For this reason alone, you should make sure to practice good oral hygiene and brush your teeth several times a day.
It is also a good idea to floss at least once a day and to use dental floss, making cleaning between your teeth a lot easier than it would be if you did not have one.
