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I ripped the skin under my tongue on the right side i believe it's called plica fimbriata it hurts to the point i can barely eat will it heal itself?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Generally yes: the mouth and structures have regular trauma and heal quickly

Answered 4/21/2016

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A member asked:

I ripped the skin under my tongue on the right side i believe it's called plica fimbriata it hurts to the point i can barely eat will it heal itself?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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