Symptoms Of Leukoplakia To Watch Out For

Hard And Raised Surface

Leukoplakia patches develop over time if the mouth is consistently exposed to an irritant. As they become larger and more defined, they will often develop a hard and raised surface, which looks like a slightly elevated disc within the mouth. You might find it on your gums, tongue, or cheeks.

Smoking and tobacco use are the most common mouth irritants that cause leukoplakia to develop this far, but other irritants might cause the raised surface as well. Your teeth might abrade the inside of your mouth, including your lips and cheeks. Rough crowns or fillings may need to be re-evaluated. Ill-fitting dentures are another common irritant in the elderly.

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