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A member asked:
I thing i have "linea alba' in my mouth... should i be worried ? and how time do they need to go away... ? thank you
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No: This is a benign condition caused by your cheeks proximity to where your teeth occlude. This can be caused by several things. Bad bite, over contoured crowns or bridges, and most commonly weight gain. Night grinding can also come into play. Remove the cause and this wii disappear quickly!
Answered 8/29/2015
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