Update on Canker Sores

A couple of weeks ago I posted a little entry on Canker Sores.  My information was based on things I had studied and/or seen, but I had never had one before…until last week.  My canker sore was under my tongue and it hurt!  So, I decided I would try what Dr. Henslee suggested, and use the Chlorhexidine for 30 seconds (multiple times a day).  Let me tell you, my sore went away within 3-4 days.  The Chlorhexidine helped in shortening the life of the canker sore and it helped to reduce the sensitivity as well.  From personal experience, Chlorhexidine really can help those that suffer from canker sores.  I thought you might want to see what a canker sore looks like, the distinct characteristics are the bright red "halo" or ring around the white or yellow ulcer.

Hope this helps

Dr Hafen

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