Emergency Dentist for
Mouth Sores in Houston, TX

A mouth sore is a painful lesion that forms on the soft tissues of your mouth, including your gums, lips, roof or floor of your mouth, tongue, or inside cheeks. Sores are common and can affect patients of all ages. While typically harmless, sometimes these sores indicate a more serious problem. Mouth sores can be caused by several issues, including:

• Hormonal changes
• Biting your tongue, cheek, or lip
• Burning your mouth on hot food
• Exposure to herpes simplex
• Brushing teeth too hard
• Tobacco use

Most mouth sores do not require dental treatment, unless if does not clear up on its own within a week or two. If this happens, let A Dental Care in Houston evaluate your sore to determine the problem.