Dr. Grasso Dental

It is easy to confuse canker sores with cold sores. Canker sores are painful fluid filled lesions that affect the tissue inside your mouth.

A cold sore occurs outside your mouth and is filled with fluid. A cold sore is caused by the herpes simplex virus and therefore is contagious. It is also painful and filled with fluid. You must take care not to spread the virus. We can certainly help advise you on how to take preventive measures.

If you are suffering from canker sores or cold sores, we can discuss treatment options that can bring you some relief so that the sores can heal.