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Thin White Line
This white line goes when applied kenocart but comes when stopped or in dry mouth times This has been of this much only not changed for months now.
I previously used to feel rough there but I no longer feel roughness.
Please suggest.
I have gastric issue.
My mouth tends to be dry.
I used to consume tobacco for 3 yrs but I have quit from 4 months.
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Based on your description and the photos, this white line appears to be due to dry mouth or mild friction, not a serious condition. The fact that it disappears when Kenocart is applied or when the mouth is moist, has not increased in size for months, and is no longer rough is reassuring. Such lesions related to dryness usually come and go, unlike serious conditions which remain constant.
Since you have a dry mouth and have quit tobacco, which is excellent, this does not look alarming at present. Keep your mouth well hydrated, avoid spicy foods, and maintain good oral hygiene. A routine dental examination is advised for confirmation and peace of mind, especially if you notice any change in size, color, or symptoms.
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No tobacco
No cigarettes or any other forms of tobacco
Eat healthy - leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, berries
No need to apply kenacort very often
See if your cheek is getting bit or any other sharp teeth
Get the acidity issue checked and treated your problem of dry mouth will automatically stop
Next Steps
Not to worry see the dentist again and get it checked
Health Tips
STOP TOBACCO FOREVER
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white line or streak, found on the inner cheek (buccal mucosa) at the level where the top and bottom teeth meet is linea alba
Applied kenocort
Common,
Due to friction from teeth ,cheek biting,bruxism, excessive pressure
Aligned with occlusal plane
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Next Steps
stop tobacoo habit•gastric control•maintain good •oral hygiene•
for xerostomia -stay hydrated •chew sugar free gum•sip water throughout the day•avoid caffeine,spicy,acidic food•maintain oral hygiene
advice -check for sharp cusp
cheek biting
resolve gastric issue, bruxism is common in gastric issue,
Health Tips
visit dentist for proper checkup
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• Linear white band along occlusal plane classic linea alba
2. Reversible nature
• True premalignant lesions do NOT disappear with steroids
• This lesion suppresses with Kenacort, meaning inflammatory/reactive
3. Dry mouth
• Xerostomia makes mucosa:
• More fragile
• More keratinized with friction
• Slower to heal
So this is not leukoplakia
Role of gastric issues
Chronic gastritis or GERD can -
• Reduce salivary flow
• Increase oral acidity
• Cause mucosal irritation & burning
• Maintain chronic low-grade inflammation
Next Steps
You need to Gastric control
• Proper GERD management
• Avoid late-night meals
• Elevate head while sleeping
Topical use
• Kenacort / Quinocard short courses only
• Not continuously for months
Address the cause (more important than ointment)
• Look for sharp cusps / restorations
• Ask about cheek biting / clenching
• Night-time bruxism is common with gastric reflux
Manage dry mouth
• Frequent water sipping
• Sugar-free chewing gum
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, spicy foods
• Consider saliva substitutes if severe
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.Do not consume any kind of tobacco
.Take leafy vegetables and antioxidants rich food
.Take a sip of water at regular intervals of time (multiple times a day)
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keep your body hydrated...
Take a cup of fruit juices few days a week
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There are a lot of reasons for white lesions in the mouth ranging from harmless temporary to potentially serious.
Any white lesion persisting for more than 2 weeks should be evaluated by a dentist.
Long term application of kenacort ointment is not advised.
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Visit Dentist
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Well now that you have quit tobacco , no need to worry further. Just visit a dentist and get a checkup done . He may prescribe you some ointment. Eat a lot of leafy vegetables.
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-Make sure you do not take any product that contains tobacco.
-Drink plenty of water.
- make sure your diet is rich in antioxidants like berries, spinach, beetroot, carrot etc.
- you will benefit from a prescription with antioxidant tablet/ capsule for a few days.
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Dr. Inavolu Shamini
Dentist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
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When the white line disappears by applying Kenacort that means there is nothing to worry
It’s good you have quit the habit please maintain proper oral hygiene and check if you have any sharp edges so that you can visit the dentist to get them rounded up
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Dr. Sharwari Pawale
Dental Surgeon
5 yrs exp
Pune
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Good that you have quit tobacco. There are many reasons behind white lesion can be leukoplakia or can be linea alba too.
Not worry.
Do not keep applying kenacort daily.
Dry mouth can be due to gastric issues.kindly consult with gastroenterologist once so that your dry mouth issue will get resolved automatically
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Dr. Tanvi Agarwal
Dentist
7 yrs exp
New Delhi
Hello,
From your description and images, this appears to be linea alba—a common, benign frictional line caused by cheek biting, teeth contact, dryness, or mild irritation. The fact that it reduces with Kenocort and during moist conditions and has not progressed for months is reassuring.
Dry mouth, gastric reflux, and past tobacco use can make such lines more noticeable. Since the surface is no longer rough and there is no increase in size, pain, or ulceration, this does not look suspicious at present.
Maintain good hydration, avoid cheek biting, manage gastric issues, and continue tobacco abstinence. If the line thickens, becomes non-scrapable, painful, or starts increasing, then an in-person oral examination is advised.
Hope this helps.
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