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There is a small black spot on inside of my cheek, above right molar tooth. young male. never smoked or drank it can't be felt.what could the dot be?

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Dr. Robert Moretta answered

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Blood clot: I see this often when a patient bites the inside of the cheek. You will develop a bruise or something called a blood blister that contains blood. It can look very dark. It should go away in about 2-3 weeks.

Answered 7/2/2018

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A member asked:

There is a small black spot on inside of my cheek, above right molar tooth. young male. never smoked or drank it can't be felt.what could the dot be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Moretta answered

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