Over-the-counter gels provide temporary pain relief for both minor and moderate cankers. They feature an anesthetic called benzocaine that numbs the affected area. They also shield the canker from ...

Canker sores and oral cancer lesions may seem similar but there are ways to tell the difference. A lesion that's red, typically flat, and painful early on is usually a canker sore (aphthous ulcer).

For some lucky people, mouth ulcers are a one-time occurrence. Often, though, they reappear four to five times a year ...

Recurrent clusters of painful ulcers are known as 'apthous' ulcers and they can occur particularly during times of stress. Low levels of B vitamins and zinc can also make these ulcers worse worse ...

Most of us have had mouth ulcers at some time in our lives and know that even the smallest ulcer can be extremely painful and makes eating very difficult. Your grandson is obviously suffering a ...

Common mouth ulcers, known as aphthous ulcers or canker sores, can bother us all. They’re normally only about 2-3mm in size but can be surprisingly painful. They occur when a patch of the ...

There's a good chance you’ve had one, and the memory isn’t pleasant: a small, shallow lesion inside your mouth with a white or yellowish centre and red border. Usually harmless, they can be ...

Mouth ulcers appear as small round lesions (or sores) in the oral cavity (mouth). Generally the lesions are red, white or grey in colour. In medical term, these are also known as apthous ulcers.

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What Is Oral Lichen Planus? Oral lichen planus is a long-lasting disease that affects your mouth, causing symptoms such as painful white patches, redness, and swelling. It doesn't go away, but you ...