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I have a small black dot inside my mouth and i'm wondering what it could be. it isn't painful, i haven't bit it, and i don't smoke/drink/etc. help?
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Have it evaluated: A black dot can be multiple things You can have a growth, a blood clot, even a tattoo from metal fillings. have it looked at. you don't say how long it's been there See a periodontist or oral surgeon
Answered 2/15/2016
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Black dot: Any spot, sore or lesion in your mouth that has not healed or resolved in 10-14 days should be examined clinically. Have it examined by your dentist or an oral surgeon or periodontist.
Answered 9/23/2015
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