Common Tongue Findings

The Oral Examination Oral Examination: Adults Common Tongue Findings

Left photo shows geographic tongue, which is a benign, often migratory, waxing and waning finding. Right photo shows an advanced oral cancer. This patient requires immediate biopsy and referral.

Tongue Cancer

Ellen Eisenberg, DMD

Ellen Eisenberg, DMD

Geographic Tongue

Brad Neville, DDS

Brad Neville, DDS

Fissured and Geographic Tongue

Brad Neville, DDS

Brad Neville, DDS

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