Swelling under Tongue
The tongue may appear small, but is very important in that it helps in oral cleansing, deglutition, taste, mastication, and articulation. This flexible organ is part of oral cavity, partly…
Scalloped Tongue
The occurence of unusual dents on the sides of a tongue is medically referred to as a scalloped tongue. These dent marks typically form because of excess force of the…
Black Spots on Tongue
The state of the tongue is a good indicator of the general health of an individual. Black spots on tongue may form on the top or underside of the tongue.…
Enlarged Papillae
The papillae are tiny thread like structures naturally occurring on the tongue. Enlarged papillae can be caused due to a variety of reasons, as discussed below. Most cases of enlarged…
Why is my tongue green?
The tongue is usually reddish pink in color, and the texture of a healthy tongue is typically smooth and velvety. Texture or color changes of the tongue can occur due…
Red Dots on Roof of Mouth
Mouth sores and spots can be painful, unsightly, and annoying and while some may appear inside the mouth such as one lips, tongue, gums, and roof of the mouth or…
Pimple on Tongue
‘Pimples on Tongue’ is a colloquial term used to refer to the medically known condition Transient Lingual Papillitis. This is a condition wherein fungiform papillae of the tongue become irritated…