White Patch On Gum Line- 3115 Questions Answered

There is a white patch on my gums below teeth. It is irritating. What should I do.

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Dr. Kishore H C Dentist | Bangalore

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White patch is a very vague term. It can vary from an innocuous ulcer to a potentially significant lesion. Do not ignore any colour change in the soft tissue. Also, the Dentist will need to know your ... Read More

Mam saw some white patches on my gums. I wanted to know about it. Why it appears... What is it

Asked for Male, 41 Years 236 Views v

Dr. Anubhav Gupta Dentist | Lucknow

White patches on gums can be due to a number of reasons like fungal infection, chemical burns, leukoplakia, etc. Please visit your Dentist so that he can identify the exact reason for your problem ... Read More

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She had developed a white patch not so regular on her upper gum. Also complain of little pain some time. Pls suggest

Asked for Male, 7 Years 63 Views v

Dr. Inavolu Shamini Dentist | Hyderabad

Hello White patch has so many causes It’s better if you attach a picture for proper diagnosis ... Read More

White patches around last molar mucosa & gum bilaterally i have noticed this lesion last one & half years. There is something line/ thread feeling on right cheek mucosal surface from last molar to angle of mouth. No Gutka,No smoking, No alcohol addiction. Kindly suggest me the best doctor regardi g my case in Delhi.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 281 Views v

Dr. Kshitiz Rohilla Oral Pathologist | Faridabad

Search for an oral pathologist or an oral medicine specialist in your vicinity using Practo. Regards ... Read More

On my gums their are white patches and that are increasing every month . If I touch them , their is a soure symptom. Respected doctor may I know about it . Any home remedies any foods to avoid any medication . Pls help with my quarries doctor

Asked for Male, 23 Years 191 Views v

Dr. Anuj Gambhir Dentist | Delhi

these looks like recurrent aphthous ulcers. rinse your mouth with tetracycline mouthwash and apply orasore gel on them. ... Read More

There is a white patch on the gum besides the wisdom tooth. It does not pain at all, but it is not healing. Also there is a patch on both sides of the inside of the cheeks has been there for a while. I smoke 3 at max per day. If you can please help me with this. I am a bit concerned. Internet details are very scary.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 249 Views v

Dr. Durga Kshitish Kothuru Dentist | Vijayawada

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Its better if u post the photos of the patch, for giving any kind of opinion. Don't b too scared of the internet stuff. Its common in smokers. Get ur self an examination at a Dental Surgeon near u. ... Read More

I have ulcer on my left side gum inside my mouth and some ulcers on tongue and that white patch is paining from almost 1-2 weeks

Asked for Male, 26 Years 100 Views v

Dr. Priya Verma Dentist | Bangalore

Have you had any illness or taken any medication for anything recently? Could be related to that. Apply dologel or hexigel on the ulcers and add a bcomplex tablet to your diet. If the ulcers persist p ... Read More

I noticed white patch in my gum and cheek it is not pain full at all i am a smoker and when i saw this patch i reduced my smoking ... what to do plz tell is it oral cancer

Asked for Male, 21 Years 116 Views v

Dr. Aakash Chowdhary General Physician | Delhi

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Consult a dentist or an ENT consultant in person, if required. ... Read More

My 5 years old autistic son has abscess in teeth. Almost all of his teeth are decayed. Recently on his upper gum area white patch with red surrounding has developed. Its painful too. Is it canker sore or oral thrush or anything else?? Can any ointment be applied or antibiotic be given. Pic attached. Pls advice.

Asked for Female, 34 Years 462 Views v

Dr. Arvind Mittal Dentist | Jaipur

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Hello This is ulcer,use any ulcer gel ... Read More

I have some patch in gums when I take excessive vitamin C fruits or vegetables it's vanishes but again it regerates

Asked for Male, 24 Years 207 Views v

Dr. Vinod Kumar K R Dentist | Bangalore

Probably it looks like vitamin defeciancy, continue regularly the vitamin c or vitamin b complex tablets For 3 to 6 months If possible get a check up done to near by dentist, if required he might take ... Read More

Hello, My son has got white patches below his left eye. It is there from last one week. Nowhere else he has got it. Can you please let me know what is it and what to do? Thanks in advance, Ashoka

Asked for Male, 3 Years 43 Views v

Dr. Jayalakshmi Rajesh Pediatrician | Chennai

Unless directly seen ,it's difficult to diagnose ... Read More

A white patch on my penis skin and it burn when touch that part plz help ,It has been 3day an when clean the skin part a white colourless liquid come from the skin

Asked for Male, 28 Years 109 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

There is a chain of tiny bumps around the folded penis foreskin also there is one white line and no other symptoms please tell me what it is and how to cure it.

Asked for Male, 27 Years 37 Views v

Dr. Somdutt Sharma Urologist | Mathura

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Sharing the pic would be helpful.. connect for discussion ... Read More

My daughter had cough and cold . She is 3.6 years. Had ascoril ls. Cough is better but now she has 2-3 white spots/ eruptions in her throat. Now she is taking augmentin. Last month too she had throat infection. We live in ncr where the aqi is above 350. Also, shd did not brush for 6 days straight. Can that also contribute to such white patches?

Asked for Female, 30 Years 57 Views v

Dr. Shanu Bhaskarrai Kher ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Ahmedabad

It looks like she might have enlarges tonsils and for now it has caused tonsillolith formation ("tonsil stones") Aggravated by poor oral hygiene It's advisable to begin with maintaining oral hygeine ... Read More

I delivered a baby on 27th June 2025. I had groin infection immediately thereafter due to irritation of cleaning solution used for cleaning after delivery. I took fluconozole 150 mg for a while and the active groin infection (tiny bumps redness and irritation) subsided but the skin has become black. Since I had frequent and irregular periods, i use

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Asked for Female, 27 Years 77 Views v

Dr. Sanjana S Dermatologist | Kollam

There is some postinflammatory desquamation, it might be scaly for some time and the skin will be more sensitive. However it is advised to stop using any out of the ordinary products which contain fra ... Read More

Hii my 4 year old has white patch below the eye. Local dermatologist said it may be hormonal issue or vitamin deficiency and prescribed Tacrolimus Ointment We are using this for the past 10days but there is no difference. What should i do

Asked for Female, 4 Years 73 Views v

Dr. Bhumika Mahawar Dermatologist | Dehradun

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Only one eye ? Or anywhere else in body Proper history and evaluation needed ... Read More

Hi Doctor , I am feeling painless White patches in mouth. What is the treatment for that to remove. And what are medication I need to take and also food

Asked for Male, 33 Years 160 Views v

Dr. Pia Patel Dentist | Chennai

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Hi, Share picture. Visit a dentist and get a complete dental examination done. ... Read More

20 months old baby having white patches on the neck and back area have tried OTC antibiotic, antifungal creams and homeopathic treatments prescribed by doctors in the last year nothing worked would like views of other doctors here

Asked for Female, 2 Years 42 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Pic is not clear. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ... Read More

I have noticed this white patch in my inner cheek. It is smooth, soft and when I press, it is filled with blood again. This is the same spot where I had undergone laser surgery twice. First it was mild dyplesia; second it was oral lichen planus in the year 2022. Should I go for the biopsy once again. Please suggest a further treatment plan. Should

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Asked for Male, 34 Years 93 Views v

Alpna Reddy Dubbudu Oral And MaxilloFacial Surgeon | Hyderabad

Advisable to go for repeat scalpel biopsy, not laser ,for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Laser biopsies have some disadvantages like thermal artifacts ,which may interfere with pathologi ... Read More

I have this patch for the past 3years first on left leg repigmented 90 percent and now on right leg the photo i shared whats this its repigmenting too

Asked for Male, 28 Years 56 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from vitiligo causing this white patch..Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed ... Read More

I have got white patches on face which are non itchy and I feel it is getting bigger. What to do ? Please suggest

Asked for Female, 26 Years 89 Views v

Dr. Twinkle Patel Dermatologist | Valsad

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Please share photograph ... Read More

"Hello Doctor, my son 3 year old has developed a white patch near his eye, and I’ve noticed it is getting bigger day by day. Could this be vitiligo or some other skin condition? What steps should we take for diagnosis and treatment?"

Asked for Female, 1 Years 96 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

I have white patches since many years all most 10 years I tried ayurvedic treatment, UVB treatment etc ... But for some reason i had to stop treatment and then it becomes more white patches, mere hath me and pair me patches he thoda se lip par he bas. I can not afford any treatment because of financial problem and my baby care so need solution at h

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Asked for Female, 28 Years 41 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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Some people suggest to use bakuchi oil for white patches treatment is it really work and trye?? Can i try at home i can not afford any other treatments as i left my job and taking care of my little child

Asked for Female, 28 Years 90 Views v

Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

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I need to cure this White patches at home only i have no time to go outside for treatment because of my baby.please suggest me some food to eat and avoid if possible using that ?

Asked for Female, 28 Years 583 Views v

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Verma Ayurveda | Bangalore

Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailment before consuming any medicine ... Read More

No pain no any Discomfort, white rough dot dot patches appear sudden what's Diagnosis.. kindly let me know

Asked for Male, 30 Years 95 Views v

Dr. Madiha Dentist | Noida

Hi! This appears to be a hyperkeratotic area on the buccal mucosa, possibly due to cheek biting or frictional trauma. Since it's asymptomatic, no immediate treatment is needed. Maintain good oral hygi ... Read More

From the last two months a white horizontal line appears on the lower lip including dryness and peeling of lips everyday. I use NMF lip balm but problems still persist. Is it something serious. Photo attached.

Asked for Male, 33 Years 62 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

I have a painful gum from last two three days and now it has subsided to a large extend but now i see some white spots suddenly appear from last night near the gum line which was painful not sure why .

Asked for Male, 34 Years 427 Views v

Dr. Inavolu Shamini Dentist | Hyderabad

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Hello It might be due to the gum inflammation. It’s better if you visit the dentist for the treatment. ... Read More

I have experienced white patches on my forehead and face is it due to p alba and I am using tacrolimus

Asked for Female, 20 Years 115 Views v

Dr. Shraddha Prabha Dermatologist | Bangalore

Will have to look at it to tell exactly…Consult a dermatologist ... Read More

My back teeth is floor ..this patch is normal...what can I do ...small white patch I can console doctor

Asked for Female, 30 Years 64 Views v

Dr. Prarthana Shetty Dentist | Mumbai

This might happen due to cheek bite from your upper wisdom tooth .. apply mucopain if you are uncomfortable ... Read More

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