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I get a white tongue and it smells, what could this be and how do i cure it?
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YEAST: Sounds like you may have "thrush" a yeast infection! You need to see a Health Care Professional to prescribe an anti-fungal mouth wash...Your Dentist may be able to help! Hope this helps Dr Z
Answered 11/22/2014
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