Canker soreONLINE VISIT

Get fast, convenient care for canker sores. No appointment needed.

Open sores inside the mouth that are often painful

  • 5-10 minutes
  • Treatment plan in 15 minutes
  • For ages 6 - 75
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Only $25 for a virtual consult

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Only $25 for a virtual consult

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

What is a canker sore?

Canker sores, also known as aphthous ulcers, are painful lesions that typically form inside the mouth. Canker sores are white or yellowish in color and can appear anywhere in your mouth, usually on the gums or cheeks. They will usually go away on their own within 7-10 days.

Common symptoms

Symptoms may include:

  • Small, round or oval-shaped sores inside the mouth
  • White or yellowish center with a red border
  • Pain or discomfort, especially when eating, drinking, or speaking
  • Difficulty in maintaining good oral hygiene in the affected area due to tenderness
  • Tingling or burning before the sore appears in your mouth
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Common treatments

Your provider will design a treatment plan tailored just for you. They may recommend the following, as medically appropriate:

  • Triamcinolone acetonide (Oralone)
  • Other topical steroids
  • Topical anti-inflammatory gels or rinses
  • Over-the-counter medications
  • Home remedies
  • Guided self-care
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Only $25 for a virtual consult

How It Works

How it works

We make getting care quick and easy so you can get back to what matters most.
1.
Find your treatment
Choose the care option that best suits your current needs.
2.
Answer some questions
Share relevant health information with a board-certified provider via online interview. Learn more.
3.
Get a diagnosis and care plan
A provider will send you a diagnosis and treatment plan for your prescription.
4.
Begin your care
If our medical team determines a prescription is medically appropriate, choose your preferred pharmacy to pick up your medication or have it discreetly delivered to your door.

Message your provider with any follow-up medical questions after receiving your treatment plan.

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