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What Are Canker Sores?

Canker Sore

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This is a small mouth sore that's a big pain. Canker sores are open sores that have a white or yellowish coating and are usually about ¼ of an inch across. You might find them on the inside of your lips and cheeks, at the base of your gums, and on or under your tongue.