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Light red small spot on ligual tongue. very painful. ent said slight irritated. got tooth fixed and still hurts. what can i do? ent says not ccancer.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Sharp edge ?: If you just had the tooth restored, there may be a sharp edge that is irritating your tongue. Have your dentist take a look.

Answered 7/27/2014

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