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How do i know if i need a ent or oral surgeon to take a biopsy of my tongue?
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Either can: Either an oral surgeon or an ENT specialist can take a biopsy of your tongue. See whom your general dentist thinks would be more appropriate and recommends.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Either works.: Either an ENT or an oral surgeon would be appropriate physicians to visit regarding tongue biopsy.
Answered 6/10/2014
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