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I have a white spot on my gums what is it?
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Several possible: Common causes of white spots on gums include candida infection, irritation from dental bleaching products, cold sores, leukoplakia from tobacco use or even a cancer. See your dentist to find out which may be causing your white spots.
Answered 10/24/2013
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depends: Could be many conditions, anything from hairy leukoplakia to thrush to hpv to apthous ulcer, go to a health care provider.
Answered 11/14/2017
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