What Is Fissured Tongue?
9. How Does Hairy Tongue Compare to Fissured Tongue?
Another common condition that people experience in the mouth is hairy tongue. While fissured tongue is characterized by a reduced number of papillae, hairy tongue is the opposite. A person with this condition is likely to have an abundance of papillae. This can give the tongue a white or black coloration that gives it a slightly fuzzy or hairy appearance. While it might look and feel peculiar, this is a very harmless condition that does not require much effort to treat.
In most cases, a hairy tongue can be controlled by scraping the papillae from the surface. Visit with a medical professional to learn more about the best ways to keep this condition in check.
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