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Does geographic tongue get worse as you age?

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Dr. Gregory LaMorte answered

Specializes in Periodontics

Tongue: It can, but if it is asymptomatic, then it requires no treatment. If you are not sure, have a dentist check it.

Dr Malerman and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/5/2019

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