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Can you?get sick from ?from leukoplakia?
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No: Leukoplakia is not a disease or illness. It merely means "white lesion". There are many causes for a white spot on the gums and most are harmless. Any suspicious spot in the mouth should be looked at by your provider to determine the cause.
Answered 2/23/2014
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