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What Does A Shiny Patch On Upper Gum Indicate?
m a 27 year old non smoker, very occasional--4 beers a month--drinker. On Thursday--3 days ago--I noticed a weird sort of patch on my upper gum. I happened to shine a light on the spot and noticed it looked different. Granted I had never shined a light on the spot before. Anyway, I have posted a pic below and if anyone has any idea what it is, please let me know.
It might be useful to know that for the past week leading up to thursday I was using Crest whitening toothpaste when normally I use Toms. As of Thursday, I have switched back to Toms. I have also had a sinus infection of sorts for the last week.
Anyway, here's a photo: WWW.WWWW.WW
It might be useful to know that for the past week leading up to thursday I was using Crest whitening toothpaste when normally I use Toms. As of Thursday, I have switched back to Toms. I have also had a sinus infection of sorts for the last week.
Anyway, here's a photo: WWW.WWWW.WW
Tue, 8 Apr 2014
thanks for your query, i have gone through your query, the white patch could be because of smoking (leukoplakia) or lichen planus or secondary to any friction (frictional keratosis) or because of fungal infection...kindly consult a oral physician to rule out these things..nothing to worry.. stop smoking gradually and maintain oral hygiene.. i hope my answer will help you.. take care..
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