These are long-term white spots present on the teeth. These occur mainly due to demineralization of calcified enamel, improper diet, fluorosis, bacterial accumulation, and enamel hypoplasia. These white spots can be treated by using restorations, dental crowns, and bleaching techniques.
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Is it normal to have a white spot where I got my wisdom tooth removed?
Query: Hello doctor,I have a little white spot in the area where my back wisdom tooth used to be. It covers where the socket was when I got it removed 4 years ago. I currently take Suboxone and chew Nicorette gum. Is this normal? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have mentioned it can be a canker sore. And if it is painful and irritating then visit the dentist once to show it properly. If there is nothing like this then I would suggest you apply any anti ulcerative gel, like Dologel or Dentogel (Choline salicylate) whi... Read Full »