You wake up in a cold sweat after a nightmare about losing that sweet Jeopardy jackpot since you don’t know about the final Jeopardy category: mouth sores. We’ve all been there. (Okay, maybe we haven’t. If you have, please talk to us about a career as a dentist.) Never fear, loyal patient: we’ve got your back! We assembled this great quiz on mouth sores to help you become a master. Answer these inquiries and use the answer key at the bottom of the page to assess your recognition of mouth sores.
1. This oral sore forms inside the mouth and is not infectious, though it can be sore.
a. Cold sore
b. Canker sore
c. Oral thrush
d. Leukoplakia
2. This sickness of tough, white substance formation in the oral cavity is likely caused by tobacco use.
a. Cold sore
b. Canker sore
c. Oral thrush
d. Leukoplakia
3. This infection, sometimes referred to as candidiasis, appears as little, white bumps.
a. Cold sore
b. Canker sore
c. Oral thrush
d. Leukoplakia
4. This mouth sore is caused by the HPV virus, which is spread through contact with spit.
a. Cold sore
b. Canker sore
c. Oral thrush
d. Leukoplakia
ANSWER KEY: B, D, C, A
How did you do? We hope that you’re experienced in mouth sores now — your expertise is sure to be a huge hit at parties! If you would like to learn more about oral cavity sores, please pencil in your next checkup with Dr. Kent Stasney and the staff at Slidell Family Dental Care in Slidell, Louisiana, by calling 985-643-4553 now.
