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White patch side of tounge some days it looks very noticable some days nearly dissapears been goin on 2month dentist was sending biopsy but it had gon?
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White lesion: Any lesion in the mouth should heal within 2 weeks. If it does not, needs additional attention. Arrange with your Dentist, or preferably an Oral Surgeon, to be seen immediately if lesion reappears.
Answered 2/24/2019
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