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Horrible taste in mouth for years and seems to be from back of tongue. tongue in morning is grey/ white and when i brush the back still white. sicknes?
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Evaluation needed: The four most likely causes of your symptoms are post nasal drip, poor oral hygiene, caries (cavities) and periodontal problems. Discuss this issue with your dentist who can refer you to an ENT specialist. If necessary. There are some other even more serious possibilities which is why you need both a dental and medical evaluation, especially if it has been some time since your last check-ups.
Answered 6/10/2014
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