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I have somewhat painful tiny white spot on the top of my gum on the right side there are some other white spots higher up that don't hurt wht cld it b?
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Canker sores: are the most common oral lesions. Individual ulcers typically last 1-2 weeks. The condition is idiopathic (cause is not known) recurrent aphthous ulcers is usually self-limiting. Try to keep adequate oral hygiene as possible. If concerned see your dentist after 10 days or visit today for laser immediate amelioration.
Answered 4/24/2016
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