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I have a somewhat large dark mark on the inside of my cheek, starting at my wisdom tooth. it almost resembles a bruise. help!
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Bruise: It is very likely a bruise--wisdom teeth tend to be "out of line" with the rest of the arch and can cause irritation or accidental trauma. I would have the area looked at by a dentist to rule out other causes.
Answered 3/13/2016
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See oral surgeon: It could be a number of things. Ranging from an "amalgam tattoo", to a "melanotic freckle", to a broken or tangled blood vessel, to a malignant melanoma. See an oral surgeon for exam and discussion of options
Answered 4/5/2017
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See a dentist: Some conditions like dark marks on your cheek may require further assessment; tests and your dentist may schedule a follow-up appointment or refer you to a specialist to determine a diagnosis. See your PCP first.
Answered 7/5/2015
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