It can be quite startling to wake up one morning, look into your bathroom mirror, and notice a bright red sore on your mouth! When this happens, the first thought on your mind is probably: “What is this and how did it get here?” Fortunately, these sores are much more common than you think and are also both preventable and treatable. Keep reading to learn more from your dentist in Chardon about cankers and cold sores, what causes them, and some tips for handling them.
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