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Dental Health (Expert Forum)
Leukoplakia
Answered by
Jerome Bogin, D.D.S. - Dental
Questions in the Dental Health forum are answered by Dr. Jerome Tsang and Dr. Jerome Bogin. Topics covered include bridges, cavities, crowns, and x-rays.
Leukoplakia
by emilycaitlin, Dec 06, 2006 12:00AM
Hello, My dentist said I have leukoplakia, it's located on the gums where my wisdom teeth were removed, I always thought it was scarring from that. I'm 29, is this likely to turn into cancer as I get older? Should I have an xray or anything done about it now? Thanks for your time, em
Doctor's Answer
by Jerome Bogin, D.D.S. , Dec 06, 2006 12:00AM
, Dec 06, 2006 12:00AM
If it is leukoplakia then it should be monitored on a regular basis. I think you should consult an oral surgeon for a definitive diagnosis. A biopsy is probably in order but the oral surgeon will make that decision.
Member Comments (2)
by mike1105, Dec 06, 2006 12:00AM
see an oral surgeon or periodontist for a definitive diagnosis. also if you smoke, drink or chew tobacco, quit. this lesion could develop into more serious problems if that is indeed what it is.
