Question 1

can the linea alba be repaired?

Accepted Answer

No: Linea alba does not need to be repaired.  It's just a thickening of the cheek tissue that is being caught between your teeth when you eat or just naturally close your teeth together.  It is not a sign of illness and does not need to be removed, because it can come back because it's a result of trauma.

Question 2

does linea alba start in the form of a patch by your wisdom tooth?

Accepted Answer

It is usually: A linear white line in the cheek alongside the chewing plane.  Hope this helps.

Question 3

i have little hair on my linea alba but no hair anywhere on my inner thighs. am i in tanner stage 5?

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: In Tanner stage 5, which is considered the final stage of puberty, individuals typically have fully developed secondary sexual characteristics. This includes the growth of pubic hair, which extends towards the inner thighs in both males and females. However, it's important to remember that everyone develops at their own pace, and there can be variations in the timing and extent of these changes.

Question 4

i thing i have "linea alba' in my mouth... should i be worried ? and how time do they need to go away... ? 
thank you

Accepted Answer

No: This is a benign condition caused by your cheeks proximity to where your teeth occlude. This can be caused by several things. Bad bite, over contoured crowns or bridges, and most commonly weight gain.
Night grinding can also come into play.
Remove the cause and this wii disappear quickly!

Question 5

leukoplakia and linea alba are both have one same cause teeth rubbing or bitting than why leukoplakia is dangerous and linea alba? is not?

Accepted Answer

: Leukoplakia is a change in the cell lining of the mouth and can occur as white patches due to many reasons anywhere in the mouth  and can sometimes change to cancer. Linea alba is a white line on the cheek lining not necessarily due to teeth or bit and overwhelmingly benign with no specific cause. When in doubt the oral surgeon/ dentist will do a biopsy. Keep good oral hygiene and regular check up

Question 6

inside cheeks on biting plane sort of looks like a white line with faint redness/blood vessels on the top and bottom of the line. linea alba or what?

Accepted Answer

Cheek ridging: A ridge or line of fibrosed tissue on the inside of the cheek that corresponds to where the teeth come together. Teeth grinding and clenching can be caused by stress, anxiety, sleep disorders.

Question 7

im not pregnant yet my linea alba has been apparent for several years. it extends from my belly button to my pubic area. its faint in color. 
should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

: This is not usually a concern

Question 8

i want to get my wisdom teeth taking out, but i have linea alba connected to 1 tooth on my cheek hurts. will this stop an surgeon from taking my teeth out or will i still be able to get it done. does it increase a chance of infection after prodecure?

Accepted Answer

: Linea Alba (white line) in your mouth is typically harmless and doesn’t require treatment. There should be no contraindications to having your wisdom teeth extracted.

ref: https://www.healthline.com/health/linea-alba-mouth#

Question 9

my linea nigra is very light than normal?

Accepted Answer

Variation in the: pigment changes from pregnancy can vary widely from person to person or even with different pregnancies in the same person. Best to discuss with your doctor to be sure all specifics are considered.

Question 10

what can cause pityriasis alba?

Accepted Answer

Pityriasis alba: Pityriasis alba is a common skin disorder in children and young adults, characterized by  ill-defined, scaly, faintly pink or red patches. These areas eventually subside, leaving hypopigmented (whitish)  areas that  slowly return to normal skin color.

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Can the linea alba be repaired?

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Does linea alba start in the form of a patch by your wisdom tooth?

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I have little hair on my linea alba but no hair anywhere on my inner thighs. am i in tanner stage 5?

A member asked:

I thing i have "linea alba' in my mouth... should i be worried ? and how time do they need to go away... ? thank you

A member asked:

Leukoplakia and linea alba are both have one same cause teeth rubbing or bitting than why leukoplakia is dangerous and linea alba? is not?

A member asked:

Inside cheeks on biting plane sort of looks like a white line with faint redness/blood vessels on the top and bottom of the line. linea alba or what?

A member asked:

Im not pregnant yet my linea alba has been apparent for several years. it extends from my belly button to my pubic area. its faint in color. should i be worried?

A member asked:

I want to get my wisdom teeth taking out, but i have linea alba connected to 1 tooth on my cheek hurts. will this stop an surgeon from taking my teeth out or will i still be able to get it done. does it increase a chance of infection after prodecure?

A member asked:

My linea nigra is very light than normal?

A member asked:

What can cause pityriasis alba?

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