It is keratinization of the oral mucosa that appears as a white line in the oral cavity. It is caused by long-term friction between teeth and the inner lining of the mouth. It can be a precursor to oral cancers, pre-cancerous conditions like oral leukoplakia.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have viewed the images and can see two areas of redness that is probably inflammation and a white line that is linea alba and is harmless.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is quite normal. Unless you have pain and irritation in the area. This is called linea alba. In case you get itching and pain, then please consult your dentist for a physical evaluation. I hope this helps. Thank you.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and also viewed the attached images (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity).
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Those lines are not at all dangerous. Do not worry.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is called the linea alba. These lines most commonly run along with the occlusal plane.
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