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Is it normal to have white patches in my wisdom teeth extraction area after using colgate peroxyl mouthwash? my tongue looks white too. normal?

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Dr. John Van der Werff answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Maybe: It should go away in a short period of time... If it does not go away, stop using the mouth rinse... If it still does not go away, i would suggest seeing a dentist.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/27/2016

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Not normal: Peroxide does cause chemical burns hence white areas. Do not let it get severe by overuse.

Answered 8/23/2013

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