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What Could Cause Scaly Spots On Gum?

I just recently checked my gums (at the top of my mouth) with my tongue. This seems to be the only part of my mouth that has this, but there are dry scaly spots on my gums. I'm 16 and I smoke... I know I shouldn't, but yeah. I just seriously need to know if this is the start of Oral Cancer... Thanks
Fri, 25 Apr 2014
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thanks for your query, the scaly spots on the gums could be desquamative gingivitis or frictional keratosis or leukoplakia. nothing to worry consult your oral physician to rule out these things and stop smoking. prevention is better than cure. i hope my answer will help you. take care.
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What Could Cause Scaly Spots On Gum?

thanks for your query, the scaly spots on the gums could be desquamative gingivitis or frictional keratosis or leukoplakia. nothing to worry consult your oral physician to rule out these things and stop smoking. prevention is better than cure. i hope my answer will help you. take care.