Dehydration can cause a white tongue and a rough surface. But most white tongue causes are not serious. Here's how to tell if ...

Hairy leukoplakia describes white patches that appear along the outside borders of the tongue. These patches don't rub off and may look hairy. Hairy leukoplakia almost always appears in people with ...

Dr. Mandeep Kaur Tongue is not just a muscle that helps you taste and swallow food; it can also provide valuable insights ...

A tongue changing from light pink to white patches may indicate a fungal infection like thrush or, in some cases, leukoplakia, often due to an imbalance in oral bacteria. A tongue changing from light ...

No epithelial dysplasia was noted. This is the first report of GA involving the tongue. This benign condition should be added to the large number of lesions responsible for leukoplakia in this ...

Scraping or scrubbing will help prevent bacteria build-up and improve your breath. And knowing what a healthy tongue looks ...

Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDSMedically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS White tongue can be a sign of dehydration, or not having enough fluid in your body. When you’re dehydrated ...