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From both side of mouth this straight thing has appeared from last 2 days I am observing it .Want to know what it actually is . Is anything serious please let me know.
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This is certainly not a disease so you need not to panic. These marks are sometimes caused by roughened and sharp edges of tooth and is termed a cheek bite.
If you feel that sharp edges of your teeth are causing it then you can get them smoothened by a dentist.
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Hi..its called linea Alba of buccal mucosa. It happens because of cheek biting. Its not anything serious but go for teeth alignment to correct it by Orthodontist.
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You are having a hyper keratinisation layer of the cheeks on both sides induced by cheek biting by the molars and premolars. Plz get it evaluated and ur teeth edges must be very sharp and uneven to cause this damage. Nothing to worry.. Just get ur bite checked and make sure u apply an antiseptic ointment like Dologel CT or Hexigel to ease the pain. Polish the edges of your teeth. Feel free to consult Laser Smile Care Centre anytime. God bless u always.
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It's a Cheek Bite on both sides.
Suggest you to consult your dentist.
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Dr. N Srinivas
Dentist
20 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hello..primarily dont get panic by the line in mouth.It is normal finding which is called linea alba occuring at plane of occlusion.
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Dr. Vidhu.S
Dentist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
This line is a normal feature called linea alba which is present along the line of occlusion in everyone's mouth..more pronounced in some people so nothing to worry..just check if you are not having cheek bite ..if yes you can visit the dentist to get some sharp cusps adjusted..tc
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Dr. Amit Thahriani
Dentist
15 yrs exp
Lucknow
Not to worry about this white line,it usually occur bilaterally n it is normally occurs on the cheek at the occlusal level r where both d upper n lower teeth meets r occlude.it occurs due to cheek bite r pressure r sucking n in technical term its called LINEA ALBA..
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Dr. Parul Panchasara
Dental Surgeon
21 yrs exp
Pune
It seems that you have teeth grinding problem due to which your top teeth have worn out and become sharp which in turn is causing this biting of cheek. Consult your dentist. Are you on any medication?
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