Kindly tell me whether the symptom-less spot on one side of tongue is normal or not.

Question

Hello doctor,

I have had this spot on the side of my tongue for some time now. I noticed it six months back. No change in that amount time, although I will post a picture from that time to show. I have been told that it is a frictional thing from adjacent teeth, but I want to get a second opinion to make sure that it is nothing more sinister. There are no symptoms in this spot. When I run my finger over it, I do not feel anything hard, different or even a hole. I want to know if I have a serious problem or if this is something I can safely let go.

Answer 1

Hi,

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Yes, it is not even traumatic ulcer. It is simply hyperkeratinized epithelium. That means it is normal tissue which is bearing some sort of stress. I think your upper tooth has a rough surface that may be the issue causing this or even it may be because of food if you are chewing only from that side. You need to take foods with much Vitamin A and B complex, fruits and carrot. Even you can take supplements like that of Vitamin A. No it is not something that can be the cause of concern. It is not a cancerous or ulcerous lesion. So, do not be too apprehensive. It is a normal tissue with little keratinization.

Answer 2

Hi,

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No, it is not. In case you have any swelling under the chin or your jaw, please confirm for that. Even if you are smoker or not.