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Linea alba
So I have been noticing Linea alba in my mouth not very prominent but yes it's there for 2-3 months now. Also due to a major cavity in my right second molar teeth the Linea alba is little big in cheek area which touches the same. I'm general sceptical about health and have a history of smoking for 2 years which I have reduced now and hence asking. I did check offline dentist some time back and she did physical examination and said it's due to the teeth touching the cheek and it's normal but still if I can fix it somehow?
Also she has recommended some treatment for the cavity which I will do in few weeks. Please help info on Linea alba and if it's serious and how to fix it.
Thank you dear doctor you are the best:)
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Dear patient, linea alba is a normal condition caused by the friction of soft tissues of the oral cavity with teeth. It is generally caused due to an existing sharp tooth. You can get an enameloplasty , that is smoothening of sharp edges of tooth. And it should reduce on its own.
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maintain good oral hygiene.
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Avoid smoking.
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Linea alba is common ,their is no harm with it ,so need to worry
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Linea alba is common due to teeth touching your cheeks. There is no need to worry. In case if you have pain on the cheek with ulceration, that can be due to trauma caused by your teeth on your cheek. In that case you need to visit your nearby dentist.
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Dear Patient, Linea alba is caused by the friction of the buccal mucosa (cheek) and teeth, dentures or other irritation sources. In your case, it is most likely the decayed/infected tooth. Please get it treated by your nearby dentist.
Also, continue make lifestyle modifications such as limiting or avoid smoking.
Thankyou. Keep smiling.
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Greetings,
Linea Alba is a common condition so no need to worry much.
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
There is no need to worry. Suggest you get your teeth cavity treated.
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Dr. Shalini Nanda
Hair Transplant Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
No treatment needed
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Dr. Zoya Rasheed
Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello!
No treatment is required it ll disappear by its own, it's just due to friction,and it's not serious
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Dr. Inavolu Shamini
Dentist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hello
Linea alba is very common and it is just due to cheek touching the teeth
There is no need of any treatment for this
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