Causes and Treatments for Sores On Roof Of Mouth
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Oral Cancer
Unlike some of the harmless causes already mentioned, oral cancer needs to be taken seriously. Sores on the roof of a person's mouth can sometimes be a sign of oral cancer.
Sores on the hard palate that don't clear up within two weeks should be looked at by a dentist for evaluation. If cancer is suspected, an oral surgeon may further evaluate the sores and possibly perform a biopsy. Treatment options for oral cancer include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.
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