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Raised ridge on side of tongue

2017-04-09 14:53:40
I have a raised ridge on the side of my tongue. I am an on again off again light smoker (up to 1/4 pack a day). I also have dentures on the top. Is this ridge normal or could it be cancer? I have pics.
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Hello sir. It's best to judge after clinical check up. Plz visit dentist.
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visit dentist.
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try to reduce and quit smoking.

Answered2017-04-12 03:13:58

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Hi.....raised ridge maybe due to upper dentures...kindly consult a dentist for thorough evaluation.

Answered2017-04-12 03:10:01

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