What Causes White Spot On The Top Of Mouth?

Posted on Wed, 9 Sep 2015

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Wed, 9 Sep 2015 Answered on

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Question : I have this white spot on the top of my mouth. I have noticed it for a couple of months. It doesn't seem to be getting bigger though

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Details required

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanls for the query and photograph.
I would like to know whether it's just a spot or you can feel it like a bump under your tongue?
waiting for your response.
Thank you.

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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (7 hours later)

Its on th roof of my mouth. I can feel it with my tongue

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (25 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Blocked gland

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the photograph.
It is looking like a blocked gland.
It can be easily removed using a fine needle.
Please meet a dentist and get it done.
There is nothing to worry.
It's a common thing and not at all dangerous.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj