Canker Sore
Canker sores are oral ulcers that can turn talking, chewing, and drinking into painful experiences. The products below help ease pain by numbing the affected area. Canker sores are sometimes confused with cold sores, but they are not the same thing. While cold sores have a very specific viral culprit, canker sores can be caused by stress, vitamin deficiencies, hormone changes, and other factors. Also see therapeutic mouthwashes/oral rinses and oral pain relievers.
| Product Name | Percent of Pharmacists' Votes |
|---|---|
| Anbesol |
17%
|
| Orabase |
16%
|
| Orajel |
15%
|
| Herpecin L |
11%
|
| Zilactin |
10%
|
| Kank-A |
8%
|
| Gly-Oxide |
7%
|
| Carmex |
6%
|
| Cankaid |
4%
|
| Canker Cover |
3%
|
| Canker-X |
2%
|
| Tanac |
1%
|
See Other Oral Care Products
Cold Sore Treatments
Cold sores seem to have a way of appearing at the worst times—the day of your big interview, reunion, or wedding—but biologically, they...
Oral Pain Relievers—Adult
Oral pain can make simple acts like talking and laughing uncomfortable. Oral pain relief products often come in gel form and are designed to do their...
Toothache Products
Toothaches are not only painful, but they're often caused by cavities, abscessed teeth, or exposed fillings. If you have a toothache that'...
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