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Behind my top teeth i had a line of white and a purplish blue, i think it was because i used to always brush my teeth but since the holidays i stopped doing it as much, im doing it now and its starting to go away.... was it lack of teeth cleaning?

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Purplish blue: Your question cannot be answered without a physical examination. That aside, in all probability brushing alone will probably not fully resolve the issue. Do not expect this to self correct. You must be evaluated by a Dentist.

Answered 2/28/2021

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Dr. Binod Verma answered

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Yes Oral Hygiene can make a difference .

Answered 3/8/2021

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A member asked:

Behind my top teeth i had a line of white and a purplish blue, i think it was because i used to always brush my teeth but since the holidays i stopped doing it as much, im doing it now and its starting to go away.... was it lack of teeth cleaning?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Dr. Binod Verma answered

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