Can Leukoplakia Be Reversed

Mild leukoplakia is usually harmless and often goes away on its own. More serious cases may be linked to oral cancer and must be treated promptly. Regular dental care can help prevent recurrences.

Should I be worried about leukoplakia?

More often than not, white patches in the mouth should provide very few reasons to worry. However, if the patches do not resolve or become painful and persistent, they may be due to leukoplakia. Only a doctor can diagnose this condition. Leukoplakia can increase the risk of oral cancer.

What happens if leukoplakia goes untreated?

Leukoplakia and erythroplakia These white or red patches might be harmless. But they can also be precancerous and contain abnormal cells. These abnormal cells are called dysplasia. Untreated, these might go on to develop into cancer.