
I Have A Pale Dry Tongue For A While Now

Question: I have a pale dry tongue for a while now . I brush and floss 2-3 times a day , clean my tongue as well but it’s always seems dry and pale
Brief Answer:
Can be due to vitamin B-12 deficiency
Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Thanks for writing in.
There can be various reasons for pale dry tongue such as:
1. Vitamin b12 deficiency
2. Dehydration
3. Oral thrush
4. Poor oral hygiene
The best way is to see your GP to rule out the systemic disease like anemia and start including vitamin B12 in your diet and increase the water intake.
If it still persists then see your dentist for physical examination.
Hope I have answered your questions.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks
Kind Regards
Dr. Neha Sumra
Can be due to vitamin B-12 deficiency
Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Thanks for writing in.
There can be various reasons for pale dry tongue such as:
1. Vitamin b12 deficiency
2. Dehydration
3. Oral thrush
4. Poor oral hygiene
The best way is to see your GP to rule out the systemic disease like anemia and start including vitamin B12 in your diet and increase the water intake.
If it still persists then see your dentist for physical examination.
Hope I have answered your questions.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks
Kind Regards
Dr. Neha Sumra
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