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Approx 1 mm diameter red pimple type dot in my bucal mucosa since 5 year back very slowly size increase m suffering osmf last 10 year
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Please visit the dentist for physical examination because you mentioned you have Osmf it’s better to get the examination done
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Thanks for sharing pic.
Tiny red spot is indicative of minor trauma like biting or friction injury. OSMF cases are more prone to this type of trauma due to constant fibrosis.
Regardless OSMF needs constant monitoring and biopsies if needed to see any changes.
Please see Dentist /Oral & Maxillofacial surgeon regarding the same.
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Consult an Oral &Maxillofacial Surgeon
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OSMF is potentially malignant disorder. Will you please tell any other lesion except this? Tell me your mouth opening in cm/mm.
Many cases I have treated of Potentially Malignant Dosorder. I hope we can treat this together, if we work on this. First your dedication is needed.
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Osmf lession are slowly progressing and require early intervention and prompt treatment, delaying or otherwise not taking proper action could result in severe outcomes
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Visit an oral oncologist asap
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Don’t delay the visit
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Dr. Gaurav Patel
Dentist
4 yrs exp
Surat
Hello,
You are showing signs of Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OSMF). It is a condition where the skin inside the mouth becomes tight and less flexible.
🔴 Why it happens:
Mainly due to chewing gutkha, pan masala, supari (areca nut) or tobacco for a long time.
⚠️ Common symptoms:
• Burning sensation while eating spicy food
• Difficulty in opening mouth
• Tightness inside cheeks
• Dryness or ulcers
🛑 Important:
If not treated early, it can become serious and may increase the risk of oral cancer.
🦷 Treatment plan:
• Completely stop gutkha/pan masala/supari (very important)
• Medications to reduce burning and improve healing
• Injections (if needed) to improve mouth opening
• Mouth opening exercises daily
• Regular follow-up visits
👍 Good news:
If you stop the habit early and take proper treatment, the condition can be controlled and improved.
Please visit the clinic for proper examination and treatment plan.
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