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Leukoplakia

2017-07-07 09:56:31
Sir/ mam , actually i am suffering from leukoplakia. My regular habit was chewing betel nuts with tobacco . I have white and yellow patches in the vestibular and palate region of buccal cavity..
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Leukoplakia is directly associated with use of tobacco. But based on the extent you have mentioned it would best advisable to stop the habit.
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Stopping with betel nut chewing with tobacco will help prevent further delirious effects.
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Definitive treatment is best advised after thorough clinical examination, so visit a dentist near you.

Answered2017-07-07 10:32:43

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If a dentist has told you that you have leukoplakia, pls follow his/ her advice. If not, please visit a dentist. Hope you have stopped the habit

Answered2017-07-07 10:28:28

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