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What is the name of tongue specialist?

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ENT doctor: An otolaryngology - head and neck surgeon, aka ENT doctors, are very capable of taking care of tongue disorders. This may include either medical or surgical treatment.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 5/24/2019

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Oral surgeon: An oral surgeon would be qualified to treat disorders of the tongue.

Answered 5/12/2013

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Tongue: Oral surgeon or ENT specialist.

Dr Gottlieb agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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