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What causes leukoplakia?

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What causes leukoplakia?

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Leukoplakia is appears on the tongue or inside the mouth. It is usually a gray or white patch. It can be caused by rough teeth, ill fitting dentures, smoking, oral cancer and even HIV or AIDS.

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Causes of leukoplakia can include: • Irritation from rough teeth, fillings, or crowns, or ill-fitting dentures that rub against your cheek or gum • Chronic smoking, pipe smoking, or other tobacco use • Sun exposure to the lips • Oral cancer, although rare • HIV or AIDS

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