Geographic Tongue
Benign oral lesions that generally does not produce symptoms. Not directly related to any other serious oral condition.
Treatment:
Avoid smoking, acidic foods. Some topical treatments available.
Linea Alba
A horizontal line on the cheek between the upper and lower teeth. Usually caused by habitual cheek biting or clenching/grinding at night.
Treatment:
Avoid further trauma, salt water rinses.
Lichen Planus
An inflammatory condition that produces white, web-like or plaque-like oral lesions.
Treatment:
There is no cure for Lichen Planus, but topical relief is available should it become symptomatic.
Oral Thrush
A yeast infection in the mouth caused by the Candida bacteria. It is not contagious.
Treatment:
It can be treated with antifungal medications.
Hematoma
An internal bruise caused by trauma of the oral tissue. Looks like a brown/deep red bump.
Treatment:
Most commonly disappears on its own, but consult your dentist if no improvement in two weeks.