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Numb sensation under tongue, what does this mean?

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Would need to: Be evaluated by an oral surgeon to determine etiology first and then prescribe appropriate treatment. Difficult to speculate a diagnosis without an exam and history. Hope this helps.

Answered 9/13/2013

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