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Question regarding hyperpigmentation
Just wanted to know if frictional impact by teeth on buccal mucosa cause darkish pigmentation?
For eg. Attached image.
There's an erupting wisdom tooth on that side.
I am afraid about OLP or cancer..
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Dear patient consult me as ap,need to discuss few things with you thanks
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Looks normal. If there is a sharp tooth that is constantly rubbing against your cheek, it may cause an ulcer. Doesn’t look like oral cancer
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