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I am young and the roof of my mouth has been white for years. what is the cause of this?

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Dr. Robert Devin answered

Specializes in Dentistry

White mouth's roof: Food abrasion/ dehydration(chronic) and an assortment of other causes. Have your professional check this out.

Answered 4/24/2015

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