What are Cold Sores and Symptoms?
Difference Between Canker and Cold Sores:

Treatments for Canker or Cold Sores:
Laser treatment for canker sore:
- Denavir: FDA-approved antiviral cream that accelerates the healing of cold sores.
- Acyclovir: This can be taken orally and can reduce the symptoms effectively if taken within 24-48 hours of the onset of symptoms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What heals a cold sore the fastest?
Are cankers and cold sores related?
Canker sores and cold sores may appear to feel similar, but the cause may be different.
Canker sores are painful yellowish-white sores that generally form inside the mouth like on your gums, cheeks, lips, or on your gums.
When should you worry about canker sore?
Canker sores are small painful aphthous ulcers that may get clear up on their own within a week or so. However, in some cases, you should be concerned ad seek medical attention right away.
If your sores are large and persistent and last longer than two weeks, do not ignore them. Apart from this, if you develop a high fever, swollen lymph nodes under your jaw or you are facing difficulty in breathing or swallowing, you should seek immediate medical attention.
Is it okay to put salt on a canker sore?
Putting salt directly on your sore might not be a comfortable experience as it can cause temporary pain or a burning sensation. Although, some people find that applying salt to a canker sore can help to reduce pain and speed up the healing process.
You can mix the salt with a small amount of water to form a paste-like consistency. Then apply the paste directly on a canker sore with a cotton swab.
However, it is important to understand while salt can provide relief to some patients, it may not be effective for everyone. If the pain persists and the sore doesnât heal after a few days, it's best to talk to your doctor for further evaluation.
How can I get rid of a canker sore overnight?
- Apply topical ointment like milk of magnesia to the sore to help to soothe it.
- Mix hydrogen peroxide with water in a 1:1 ratio and apply it to the sore by using a cotton swab.
- Rinsing your mouth with salt water can help to reduce inflammation and promote healing.