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A member asked:
How do i get rid of this dead skin/scar tissue that is found on either side of my tongue? i have had it for over a year now.
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May be normal: Why do you think it is scar tissue and where do you think that you got it from? Scar tissue is usually the result of a surgical procedure or a laceration. It sounds unusual that you would have it on both sides of your tongue. I doubt that it is scar tissue. I recommend that you see a general dentist or an oral surgeon to examine it and tell you what it is and what if anything can/should be done.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Callous?: I've seen situations when people bite on the sides of their tongue enough to thicken the skin creating a callous. This often appears white because of the moist environment. I agree that the best bet is to get it evaluated but it may be this benign condition. It could be removed but if it is scalloped in appearance and falls around your teeth, your bite is the culprit and it will likely recur.
Answered 5/17/2015
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