Causes Of Mouth Sores
Health Encyclopedia: Mouth Sores
Various types of sores can appear anywhere within the mouth, including the inner cheeks, gums, tongue, lips, or palate.
Considerations
Common Causes
Most mouth sores are cold sores (also called fever blisters), canker sores, or a mechanical irritation caused by:
- Biting your cheek, tongue, or lip
- Chewing tobacco
- Braces
- A sharp or broken tooth or poorly fitting dentures
- Burning your mouth from hot food or drinks
Cold sores are caused...
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