A 32-year-old member asked:
What is a dry patch in the mouth mean?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Harold McKelveyanswered
Dentistry 37 years experience
Dry patch in mouth.: Any part of your mouth that is not moist is a concern. It could be as simple as a food allergy or as serious as oral cancer. Although oral cancer is rare it should be taken very seriously. Schedule an appointment with your dentist for an evaluation.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
What could a white patch in the mouth mean? Is it serious?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Harold McKelveyanswered
Dentistry 37 years experience
White patch in mouth: Any part of your mouth that is white or a different color could be a concern. It could be as simple as a food allergy or as serious as oral cancer. Although oral cancer is rare it should be taken very seriously. Schedule an appointment with your dentist for an evaluation.
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Last updated Apr 24, 2016
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