It’s a specific kind of frustration when a small sore makes it impossible to enjoy a cup of coffee, talk comfortably, or feel confident in public.
Most people just try to wait out the pain, but you don’t have to spend two weeks suffering when you visit Saba Dental Centre for canker and cold sore treatment in London. Using our dental laser, we can target pain to provide instant comfort and faster tissue repair. Schedule an appointment today!
Canker Sores vs. Cold Sores
The first step in getting rid of a mouth sore is knowing exactly what we’re dealing with. While they both cause significant discomfort, they are biologically very different.
The main thing to remember: Cold sores are contagious; canker sores are not. Cold sores are a viral infection that occurs near the lips, while canker sores are internal ulcers inside your mouth.
Laser Dentistry to Treat Cold Sores and Canker Sores in London
Most people are surprised to learn that a dentist can treat these sores. We use Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) to physically interrupt the inflammatory process:
- Instant Desensitization: The laser energy seals off the exposed nerve endings. Most patients walk out of our office with the sharp, stinging pain completely gone.
- Stopping a Breakout (Cold Sores): If you come in before the blister even appears, the laser can often prevent the outbreak from ever happening.
- Accelerated Healing: The light energy stimulates your cells to regenerate faster. For internal canker sores, this can cut a 10-day healing process down to just 2 or 3 days.
- No Anesthesia Needed: The treatment is non-invasive and painless. You’ll feel a warm sensation for a few minutes, but there are no needles or downtime involved.
Cold and Canker Sore Treatment Costs in London, ON
We follow the Ontario Dental Association (ODA) Fee Guide:
- Laser Treatment Session: A quick, non-invasive session priced based on the area being treated.
- Emergency Assessment: If the pain is severe and you need an immediate exam, an urgent assessment is available to diagnose the issue right away.
As a registered CDCP provider, we help you navigate your benefits. While the Canadian Dental Care Plan focuses on essential care like fillings, they do cover Emergency Exams to diagnose painful oral lesions. For the laser treatment itself, we can send a pre-determination to your private insurance or the CDCP to see if it’s covered under “Management of Oral Disorders.”
Visit Saba Dental Centre for a personalized quote for the price of cold sore and canker sore treatment in London.
Regain Comfort with Canker Sore and Cold Sore Treatment
Get back to eating and speaking without pain by visiting Saba Dental Centre for cold and canker sore treatments. Our laser technology offers a way out of discomfort.
