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What is a ent doctor my tongue has grafted itself to my gums, what can i do?
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See an oral surgeon: I am sure that an oral surgeon can help you. I have not come across a case where a tongue has grafted itself to gum tissue, but you never know.
Answered 6/17/2013
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Not possible.: If what you are seeing is behind the front lower teeth, you need an oral surgeon to correct this surgically.
Answered 8/4/2013
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