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A member asked:
White on tongue dont seem to scrape away.but ive had for years and go to dentist every 6 months. if this was leukoplakia i wouldve been told so right?
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Ask your DDS: Dentists will usually advise their patients if they see anything abnormal. If you have a specific concern, such as leukoplakia, make sure you ask your dentist's opinion the next time you are in for a visit. If you smoke, quit now please.
Answered 3/13/2015
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