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I have a small white spot behind my lower right molar, i don't have wisdom teeth. it's painless as of now. no red border or inflammation. ?

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Callous: this area often gets hyperkerstized or calloused due to chewing. Can be worse if you smoke. Get it checked

Answered 2/28/2016

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Normal?: Having a white spot in the area behind your lower molars may be a normal abnormality. The spot can be scar tissue, lichen planis, small growth, cancerous lesion, or many other leukoplakic forms. It is a very common site for trama from eating, etc. Your dentist may have seen it and noted the site. I would see your dentist and express your concern. A simple brush biopsy may confirm the type.

Answered 11/10/2015

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