White spots on gums can be due to several reasons, such as oral thrush, canker sores, anemia, lichen planus, or leukoplakia. These are usually harmless and fade over days or weeks. Management of white spots includes maintaining oral hygiene by brushing twice and flossing once daily, using alcohol-free mouth wash, avoiding smoking and alcohol. However, when the lesion persists even after weeks, it is better to consult a physician.
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What do lots of white spot in the palate indicate?
Query: Hi doctor, I discovered a lot of white spots in the back of the palate and I am super afraid that this could be cancer. I do not know if it is possible to upload a picture. I am 29 years old, non-smoker but I do drink alcohol sometimes. I am currently on L-Thyrox 75 mg. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since how many days have you noticed these spots? Is there irritation while eating hot or spicy food? It might be just starting of a throat infection and definitely not cancer. Are you taking any medicines? Did you take any specific food items or very hot drinks, et... Read Full »
I have red, swollen gums with white spot on one side of it. What could be the reason?
Query: Hi doctor, My gums are red, swollen, and is hard on one side, and on the other side, a large white spot is seen. I have not checked my mouth in a long time. Now it hurts while chewing the food. I have prominent gums I assume are from teeth clenching. Can you help me with this? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hope you are doing well. As per the pictures shared by you (attachment removed to protect patient's identity) and the details mentioned, a gingival abscess has most likely formed near the premolar tooth on the tongue side. From the picture, dental decay is not seen in t... Read Full »
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