White Patch On Gum Line- 3207 Questions Answered

There is a white patch on my gums below teeth. It is irritating. What should I do.

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Dr. Kishore H C Dentist | Bangalore

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White patch is a very vague term. It can vary from an innocuous ulcer to a potentially significant lesion. Do not ignore any colour change in the soft tissue. Also, the Dentist will need to know your ... Read More

Mam saw some white patches on my gums. I wanted to know about it. Why it appears... What is it

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Dr. Anubhav Gupta Dentist | Lucknow

White patches on gums can be due to a number of reasons like fungal infection, chemical burns, leukoplakia, etc. Please visit your Dentist so that he can identify the exact reason for your problem ... Read More

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She had developed a white patch not so regular on her upper gum. Also complain of little pain some time. Pls suggest

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Dr. Inavolu Shamini Dentist | Hyderabad

Hello White patch has so many causes It’s better if you attach a picture for proper diagnosis ... Read More

White patches around last molar mucosa & gum bilaterally i have noticed this lesion last one & half years. There is something line/ thread feeling on right cheek mucosal surface from last molar to angle of mouth. No Gutka,No smoking, No alcohol addiction. Kindly suggest me the best doctor regardi g my case in Delhi.

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Dr. Kshitiz Rohilla Oral Pathologist | Faridabad

Search for an oral pathologist or an oral medicine specialist in your vicinity using Practo. Regards ... Read More

On my gums their are white patches and that are increasing every month . If I touch them , their is a soure symptom. Respected doctor may I know about it . Any home remedies any foods to avoid any medication . Pls help with my quarries doctor

Asked for Male, 23 Years 195 Views v

Dr. Anuj Gambhir Dentist | Delhi

these looks like recurrent aphthous ulcers. rinse your mouth with tetracycline mouthwash and apply orasore gel on them. ... Read More

There is a white patch on the gum besides the wisdom tooth. It does not pain at all, but it is not healing. Also there is a patch on both sides of the inside of the cheeks has been there for a while. I smoke 3 at max per day. If you can please help me with this. I am a bit concerned. Internet details are very scary.

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Dr. Durga Kshitish Kothuru Dentist | Vijayawada

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Its better if u post the photos of the patch, for giving any kind of opinion. Don't b too scared of the internet stuff. Its common in smokers. Get ur self an examination at a Dental Surgeon near u. ... Read More

I have ulcer on my left side gum inside my mouth and some ulcers on tongue and that white patch is paining from almost 1-2 weeks

Asked for Male, 26 Years 104 Views v

Dr. Priya Verma Dentist | Bangalore

Have you had any illness or taken any medication for anything recently? Could be related to that. Apply dologel or hexigel on the ulcers and add a bcomplex tablet to your diet. If the ulcers persist p ... Read More

I noticed white patch in my gum and cheek it is not pain full at all i am a smoker and when i saw this patch i reduced my smoking ... what to do plz tell is it oral cancer

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Dr. Aakash Chowdhary General Physician | Delhi

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Consult a dentist or an ENT consultant in person, if required. ... Read More

My 5 years old autistic son has abscess in teeth. Almost all of his teeth are decayed. Recently on his upper gum area white patch with red surrounding has developed. Its painful too. Is it canker sore or oral thrush or anything else?? Can any ointment be applied or antibiotic be given. Pic attached. Pls advice.

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Dr. Arvind Mittal Dentist | Jaipur

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Hello This is ulcer,use any ulcer gel ... Read More

I have some patch in gums when I take excessive vitamin C fruits or vegetables it's vanishes but again it regerates

Asked for Male, 24 Years 215 Views v

Dr. Vinod Kumar K R Dentist | Bangalore

Probably it looks like vitamin defeciancy, continue regularly the vitamin c or vitamin b complex tablets For 3 to 6 months If possible get a check up done to near by dentist, if required he might take ... Read More

My daughter is 3 years old. She has a slightly raised white-colored patch of skin on her thumb. What could it be? It has been there for the last 2–3 months. I am concerned because it is not completely flat; it is a little raised. She also has a habit of sucking her thumb at night.photo attached

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Dr. A Amin Homeopath Homoeopath | Kolkata

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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ... Read More

I have suddenly noticed white patches on my back. Could this be due to a vitamin deficiency or any other cause? Attached is the photo.

Asked for Male, 27 Years 30 Views v

Dr. Pushpa Madhavrao Tidke Dermatologist | Pune

Share a close-up view vala photo Do you have dandruff? ... Read More

I m DCMP patient with 15-20%ef Taking medicine offlate I noticed white patches or lines of my legs nails it started on left leg toe now all fingers of leg nails have it now started on right leg what is this ??? I am worried what reason could this be?

Asked for Male, 28 Years 24 Views v

Dr. Pushpa Madhavrao Tidke Dermatologist | Pune

It looks like ? Beus line Appears after ny stressful Event , as DCMP in your case No need to worry for nail ... Read More

Hello doctor I am 30 years old female past one month I have white patches in my lips corner am consulting my dermatologist there given some ointment idont no it's working or not let me know please.am attaching the photo am attaching my lips photo and doctor prescribed me some medicine that also attached.

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Dr. A Amin Homeopath Homoeopath | Kolkata

-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ... Read More

Suddenly there is this white patch on my beard and i am worried about it. I want to know if this vitiligo or something else. Please help

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Dr. Pushpa Madhavrao Tidke Dermatologist | Pune

White patch with white hair ? Or loss of hair ? Take online consultation ... Read More

Hi doctor, today I noticed mild pain and redness in my lower front gums. I also feel like a little more of the tooth is visible near the gum line. There is no major swelling or severe pain, but I wanted to check if it is gum irritation, tartar buildup, or early gum disease is it treatable

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Dr. Yamini Singh Dentist | New Delhi

As there is no burning only recession with inflammation. Go for scaling. It seems to be due to calculus deposit ... Read More

I got white patches inside foreskin 3 months ago. Now the skin got 3 different red scars now and white patches are still there. Redacting foreskin is little painful

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Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani Sexologist | Srinagar

Better to get it examined. ... Read More

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I am attaching a pic. I am worried about this big patch with white borders in my groin area. Also there are ringworm kind of patches at other spots. Kindly review it.

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Dr. Abdul Rasheed General Physician | Bangalore

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It appears like a fungal infection.you can initially try using terbinafine cream twice daily for a few days.It may need oral antifungal treatment as well,do consult a dermatologist in your area for ap ... Read More

I am attaching a pic. I have had this issue for 20 days. I noticed a ringworm kind of patch and also white layer in my groin area which is itchy sometimes. Need medication or any home remedies.

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Dr. Dinesh Mehta General Physician | Jaipur

You are so late, why you hiding this .better if you visit nearby hospital and consult with dermatologist asap.its spread more otherwise. ... Read More

My 4 months baby has a white patch on his cheek after getting a redness due to insect bite,first it was small after a week it is slightly big

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings It is common for an insect bite to leave a temporary white patch, a condition known as post-inflammatory hypopigmentation, which usually fades as the skin heals. Since the patch is growing ... Read More

Hello. I am attaching the pic. Can you please tell me what that white mark is. It is below my belly and the other one is near my private part area.

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Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

Hi i have lot or tarter in my lower theeth i grt coean every 3 months but it cones again and again now i find my theeth too much sensitive due to hot and cold both now from ladt couple of week a small white bump is there on my gum its not pain full or increasibg in size but i am worried what is that please find attached the picture

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Dr. Sharwari Pawale Dental Surgeon | Pune

Hello Can be an infection with tooth but get an xray done to confirm ... Read More

White patches on face. No itching . Using dosetil cream and moisturizer but no improvement. What is this. It is fungal infection or p alba. Or t versicolor.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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Hi Found this white patches small ones past 6 months,when touched,its painful. Pl suggest. Thanks Poorna

Asked for Female, 6 Years 32 Views v

Dr. Sanjay Meena Dermatologist | Udaipur

Goodmornin poorna, i have just check your lesions. Most probably this look like mollscum or wart but i can make confirme diagnosis after proper clinical history and examination. ... Read More

White patches on baby skin clearely visible for 15 days.its growing in many areas of face like neck,cheeks.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Hello,My Daughter is 6 months old she has white patches around nose, mouth and near eyes . I'm using atogla moisturizer

Asked for Female, 3 Years 52 Views v

Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings kindly consult with images for better understanding ... Read More

I have a white patch on lower lip since last 2 months. Its painless, tiny bunch of white rough patches. I don't smoke or chew tobacco or dont have any addiction. Attaching picture of the lesion. Is it curable or its precancerous?

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Dr. Sujata Maurya Dermatologist | Bareilly

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This requires more detailed examination, kindly consult in a physical clinic for proper examination ... Read More

I have one white dot and grey line in left side of tonsil (in pic right side).first saw on 3rd feb.have some cold in morning when I wake up

Asked for Female, 31 Years 65 Views v

Dr. Chirag Yashlaha ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Indore

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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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Dr. Ashalata Roy Dentist | Delhi

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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 f ... Read More

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