However, when it overgrows, it can lead to oral candidiasis, also known as oral thrush, resulting in creamy white patches or spots on the tongue, inner cheeks, and other areas of the mouth.

Oral candidiasis, also known as oral thrush, is when a fungus know as Candida albicans builds up in the mouth. Too much of it can lead to creamy white patches or spots, usually on the tongue or ...