Understanding Oral Health: White Bumps and When to Seek Help
Oral issues I would like to ask about the numerous small white granular formations, approximately 1mm in size, that have developed on the inner sides of my mouth. They are not painful or itchy. What could be the cause of this? Could it be due to excessive heat in the body? If I n...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: The presence of small white granular lesions on the inner side of the mouth that are painless and itch-free may be due to oral mucosal inflammation or mechanical irr...[Read More] Understanding Oral Health: White Bumps and When to Seek Help
Understanding White Bumps in Your Mouth: Causes and Solutions
Oral issues I would like to ask about small, white, granular bumps that have developed on both sides of the inside of my mouth. They are very tiny, and they do not hurt or itch. What could be causing this?
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following advice: The presence of numerous small white granular lesions on both sides of the inner mouth that are neither painful nor itchy may indicate inflammation of the oral mucosa o...[Read More] Understanding White Bumps in Your Mouth: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Oral Mucosa Changes: When to Worry About Rough Patches
Oral mucosa Recently, I have noticed a rough area in my mouth that feels different from the smooth texture of the surrounding areas, although the color appears normal. Does this indicate that I might be ill?
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here is my response to your question along with some recommendations: The surface of the oral mucosa appears somewhat rough, but the color is normal. This may be due to inflammation of the oral mucosal epithelium, leading to epithelial hype...[Read More] Understanding Oral Mucosa Changes: When to Worry About Rough Patches
Understanding Oral Lesions: Causes and Prevention Tips
Foreign body in the oral cavity? Hello, Doctor. This evening, I noticed a red tumor (foreign object) inside my left cheek. It is neither painful nor itchy, and I do not feel any discomfort when I press on it. Could you please explain what this condition might be and how I can pre...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: The presence of a red tumor-like mass in the oral cavity that is neither painful nor itchy, and does not cause discomfort when pressed, may be a fibroma caused by hy...[Read More] Understanding Oral Lesions: Causes and Prevention Tips
Differentiating Oral Ulcers from Herpetic Stomatitis: Key Insights
Oral cavity I apologize, Dr. Tseng, but I just saw a case of herpetic stomatitis and would like to ask how to differentiate between canker sores and herpetic stomatitis. Generally speaking, are all viral infections considered herpetic stomatitis? (I'm not very good at distin...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: The presence of blisters on the oral mucosa is generally a manifestation of a viral infection in the mouth. Some blisters may lead to a secondary bacterial infectio...[Read More] Differentiating Oral Ulcers from Herpetic Stomatitis: Key Insights
Understanding Oral Mucosa Shedding: Causes and Solutions
Mucosal sloughing of the oral cavity? Hello: 1. Since using the whitening toothpaste containing potassium nitrate for about a month, I have noticed significant shedding of the oral mucosa after brushing my teeth (the white mucosa is visible when I open my mouth, and when I lick...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Here is your question along with some advice: After using whitening toothpaste, there is noticeable sloughing of the oral mucosa. However, if you shorten the brushing time or use plain water for brushing, this phenomenon does not occur, which ma...[Read More] Understanding Oral Mucosa Shedding: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Oral White Bumps: Causes and When to Seek Help
Oral cavity Hello Doctor, about a week ago I noticed a small white granular lesion in my mouth, approximately 0.5 centimeters in size. It feels hard to the touch, but it doesn't hurt when I touch or press on it. I'm not sure what it is and whether it could have any adve...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here is my response to your question along with some recommendations: A white, hard nodule measuring 0.5 cm in your oral cavity that does not cause pain when touched or pressed may be a symptom of an oral infection or a dental-related infec...[Read More] Understanding Oral White Bumps: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Oral Blood Blisters: Causes and Healing Process
Oral mucosal issues? Hello, doctor. I found two blood blisters in my mouth. I don't feel anything when I touch them, and when I ate, one of the blisters burst, but I didn't feel anything. The wound eventually healed. Why did I develop these blood blisters?
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: The presence of two blood blisters in the oral cavity is generally caused by infection of the oral mucosal epithelium or prolonged mechanical irritation (such as fr...[Read More] Understanding Oral Blood Blisters: Causes and Healing Process
Soft vs. Semi-Liquid Diet: What to Eat After Denture Removal?
The dentures have been removed. Should the diet consist of soft foods or a semi-liquid diet? (Forwarded from the Director's mailbox) If dentures (dental bridges) in the mouth have been removed due to the fear of accidental ingestion, what type of diet would be more appropria...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following suggestions: The removable dentures you can take out are classified as partial dentures. Essentially, partial dentures rely on the oral mucosa or remaining teeth as a suppor...[Read More] Soft vs. Semi-Liquid Diet: What to Eat After Denture Removal?
Managing Tongue Sensitivity and Inflammation: Tips for Relief
Swelling and pain on the side of the tongue? 2 Hello, I previously asked about an issue with my tongue, and I later consulted a doctor. The doctor confirmed that it is an ulcerative inflammation, and while it has improved, I also have geographic tongue. It heals and then breaks a...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here is my response to your question along with some recommendations: The inflammation and ulceration on the side of your tongue, accompanied by a hard sensation, may be related to your geographic tongue condition. The papillae on the tongu...[Read More] Managing Tongue Sensitivity and Inflammation: Tips for Relief
Understanding Oral Lichen Planus: Treatment Options and Cancer Risks
Treatment of Oral Lichen Planus Hello Doctor, I have been suffering from oral lichen planus for several years, with three lesions in my mouth. The symptoms have not subsided, and most doctors have prescribed topical steroids like oral gels, which have limited effectiveness. I hav...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: Lichen planus is an inflammatory condition of the oral mucosa, representing a manifestation of autoimmune dysregulation in the oral cavity. Generally, applying topic...[Read More] Understanding Oral Lichen Planus: Treatment Options and Cancer Risks
White Patches in the Mouth: Should You See a Dentist?
White patches found on both sides of the oral cavity? There are white patches on both sides of the oral cavity. Since I can't find an oral surgeon or a specialist in oral mucosal diseases, should I see a dentist? A biopsy of the oral tissue may be necessary.
Dr. Yang Zhiren Reply:
Hello, you can first visit our dental outpatient clinic for an examination. If a diagnosis indicates that you need assistance from an oral surgeon, we will refer you to a specialist in oral surgery. The attending dentist at Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan i...[Read More] White Patches in the Mouth: Should You See a Dentist?
Persistent Dryness and Bruising on Tongue: Dental Concerns Explained
Chronic dryness and roughness of the tongue, often accompanied by the presence of bruises or blood clots? Hello: For about six months, I have been experiencing a persistent sensation of dryness, numbness, and roughness on my tongue every day. Additionally, I often notice bruising...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your concerns and provide the following suggestions: The symptoms of a dry, tingling, and rough tongue, along with the appearance of bruises on the tongue and frequent ulcers in the oral mucosa, may indicate an immune sys...[Read More] Persistent Dryness and Bruising on Tongue: Dental Concerns Explained
Understanding Salty Taste in the Mouth: Causes and When to Seek Help
Salty taste in the mouth or on the tongue? I have been experiencing a salty taste in my tongue and entire oral cavity for the past two months. Could this be related to any organs or diseases? Which department should I visit at the hospital? What kind of tests can be done? Thank y...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following suggestions: A persistent salty taste in the tongue and oral mucosa lasting more than two months may indicate inflammatory changes in the epithelial tissue of the tongue and or...[Read More] Understanding Salty Taste in the Mouth: Causes and When to Seek Help
Concerns About Oral Cancer After Thyroid Surgery: What to Know
Oral cancer Hello, Doctor! I underwent a total thyroidectomy for thyroid cancer last November, and on February 19 of this year, I received radioactive iodine treatment, which required a four-day hospital stay. I am currently isolating at home. Recently, I noticed a white lesion i...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, thank you for your question. I would like to respond to your inquiry and provide the following advice: After thyroid cancer surgery, radiation therapy may cause trauma to the oral mucosa and hard tissues such as teeth. Additionally, damage to the salivary glands can result...[Read More] Concerns About Oral Cancer After Thyroid Surgery: What to Know
Understanding a Small Bump on the Upper Palate: Causes and When to See a Doctor
A small lump has developed on the upper jaw? Hello: Recently, I noticed a small raised bump in the middle part of my oral palate. It is not very noticeable to the naked eye and is slightly redder than the surrounding mucosa. It is not painful or itchy. I am unsure what might be c...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: The presence of a raised bump in the middle of the oral maxilla may indicate inflammation or infection of the oral mucosa. It could also be due to harmful changes a...[Read More] Understanding a Small Bump on the Upper Palate: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Oral Mucosal Bumps: Causes and Concerns
Oral issues Hello Doctor, recently I have been experiencing small, raised bumps on the mucosa of my oral cavity (above the throat) that appear intermittently (with irregular intervals). They are white and shiny, and they don't hurt when I touch them. They disappear shortly a...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following suggestions: The mucosa of the upper oral cavity has developed small, painless protrusions that may ulcerate or rupture after a few days, with the surrounding mucosa appeari...[Read More] Understanding Oral Mucosal Bumps: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Oral Lesions: What to Know About Your Mouth's Healing Process
Oral issues Hello, Doctor: Previously, I accidentally bit the inside of my left cheek, causing a laceration that took about 4 to 5 days to heal. However, after healing, I noticed a small piece of tissue growth that matches the color of my oral mucosa. It is smooth and painless, b...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide some advice: You have sustained an accidental bite injury to the inside of your left cheek, which has healed but left a small area that feels smooth and non-painful, yet somewhat unusual. Th...[Read More] Understanding Oral Lesions: What to Know About Your Mouth's Healing Process
Understanding Oral and Tongue Issues: Common Concerns and Solutions
Oral and tongue issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about something that happened a few days ago. I suddenly developed a red bump on the upper part of my oral cavity, which feels raised when I touch it with my tongue. However, when I woke up the next day, the bump felt ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following advice: The presence of red bumps on the oral mucosa and a bumpy sensation on the tongue may indicate inflammation or infection of the oral mucosa. The noticeable cracks on the...[Read More] Understanding Oral and Tongue Issues: Common Concerns and Solutions
Understanding Serrated Tongue Edges: Causes and Dental Implications
Lateral border of the tongue I have noticed for a long time that the edges of my tongue are serrated, unlike the smooth edges of a typical tongue. Is this a congenital condition, or what could have caused it? Could there be any diseases that lead to the edges of the tongue becomi...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: The serrated edges of the tongue are generally indicative of inflammation of the epithelial cells on the tongue, or an infection of the oral mucosa due to bacteria or vir...[Read More] Understanding Serrated Tongue Edges: Causes and Dental Implications