What Is Leukoplakia?
3. What Is the Treatment for Leukoplakia?
While a doctor may suggest medication for the patch or surgery to remove it, the typical course of treatment is to eliminate the primary irritant. Therefore, if you smoke, use chewing tobacco or drink alcohol, stop, or if a dental issue is a cause, seek treatment.
In most instances of leukoplakia, removal of the irritant will cause the disappearance of the patches. However, if nothing seems to help, a doctor may biopsy the spot to determine the cause. If you have oral hairy leukoplakia, your physician may prescribe an antiviral medication. Sometimes, you may need surgery to remove the patches.
Advertisement
