Erythroplakia is a red patch that may be found in any part of the mouth but is most common on the roof of the mouth or on the gum tissue behind the front teeth.
Teeth on roof.
It can also change over time.
Most common mouth sores such as canker sores and cold sores will appear on the gums cheeks or lips.
The growth should not be a source of concern as it is quite normal and cannot cause any harm.
In most cases this growth usually has a diameter of 2cm but the size can differ from one person to the other.
The cause is unknown but is most likely associated with smoking or other tobacco use and alcoholic beverages.
Feel uncomfortable or self conscious about the way your extra teeth.
Sores injury and squamous papillomas can cause a swollen roof of the mouth.
The bump can even be an extra tooth.
A bump can form on the roof of the mouth due to many conditions including canker sores mucoceles torus palatinus and oral candidiasis.
Beeler s funny and intriguing sampling of lost tooth traditions from around the world shows that teeth are every bit as likely to end up down a mouse hole in the stomach of a dog or on the roof of a house as they are under a pillow.
Have a hard time properly brushing your teeth or flossing because of the extra teeth which could lead to decay or gum disease.