What Cause Soreness And Inflammation Of A Spot On Tongue?

Posted on Wed, 17 Dec 2014

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Question : There is a flap of skin under my tongue [plica fimbriata] that has become inflamed and is sore. It seems to have come up overnight.

Answered by Dr. Shesh Jaiswal (33 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
rinse with mouthwash

Detailed Answer:
hello and thanks for writing in.

Plica fimbriata is a fold of the mucous membrane on the underside of the tongue which runs laterally on either side of the frenulum.

sometimes it becomes inflamed due to local irritation from:

~sharp edged tooth
~chewing of tobacco
~smoking

there is nothing serious to worry about.just rinse your mouth with a good antiseptic mouthwash.
stop intake of tobacco in any form if you have the habit.
Maintain good oral hygiene.

For soreness Topical anesthetic gel like Oragel can be applied.

Keep a watch and I hope the condition condition will get resolved in 5-7 days. if problem persists then I would advice you to visit a dentist for clinical examination.

Hope this answers your query.
Take care

Regards
Dr. Shesh

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Shesh Jaiswal (38 minutes later)

Thanks!

Answered by Dr. Shesh Jaiswal (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Pleasure to help you

Detailed Answer:

Its my pleasure to help you.

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Regards
Dr. Shesh

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju