Question 1

what causes a bump on the gums? ive had a thrush break out and noticed a bump on my top gum-no teeth or dentures. the bump is regularly shaped and doesnt hurt nor is it sensitive to contact with my tongue, no bleeding or draining. gum boil? abscess?

Accepted Answer

: Thrush is a fungal disease that leaves white patches not bumps on gums or cheeks. Since you have no teeth or dentures, it could be an irritation on gums from eating something hard or pointed. It could be a small root tip or piece of tooth that was left in area. See a dentist for x-ray and exam.

Question 2

a bite-and-boil mouthguard misaligned my teeth after wearing it for 2 weeks, i cannot bite properly. will my bite return to normal after i stop using it? my dentist offered to make a custom fit one, should i wait for my bite to normalize first?

Accepted Answer

Abnormal Bite: Your bite should revert back after you stop wearing your DIY appliance. Wait until your bite feels perfectly comfortable and
normal, then have a professionally manufactured mouthguard fabricated.

Question 3

could someone accidentally swallow a "boil & fit" teeth grinding mouth guard?

Accepted Answer

I do not believe so: Anything that covers all of your teeth would be too big to swallow.

Question 4

having issue with gums bleeding randomly, issues with gum loss/recession i'm flossing two times a day and brushing teeth two times a day - issues still persist no signs of white in mouth taking gingival mouthwash - no help red boil in mouth no soda?

Accepted Answer

: Gum disease.  Using Meth?  You need to see a dentist. While you still have teeth.  ;-)

Question 5

can teething cause a cough ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pooled secretions in the throat from excess salivation and inflammation o the gums.

Question 6

does teething cause skin blotches?

Accepted Answer

No: Teething is a natural process of teeth erupting in the mouth of the child.  It does not cause complicated other situations. However it is important to keep these teething areas clean by using a wet cotton or soft brush and clean the areas.

Question 7

my 5 month old son slept last night from 6:30pm to 7:00am. do you think his teething may have caused his prolonged slumber?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Kids going through growth spurts may sleep more and 12 hours is still normal for a 5 month old.  Enjoy the respite!

Question 8

can teething cause my child to become ill?

Accepted Answer

No: Children experience continuous tooth eruption, on average, between six months and thirty-two months of age. Coincidentally, they lose maternal antibody protection and begin to socialize at this same time. So, it's no wonder that signs of illness, and in particular fever, runny nose, diarrhea and rashes spawned the teething myths of yore. But, don't argue with your grandmother about it ...

Question 9

does teething cause fever?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: No more than in the 100.X mark. Anything higher may be due to other causes.

Question 10

will teething cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: There is anectodal evidence suggesting the teething can cause low grade fever and/or loose stool. Not much support for a connection to constipation.

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What causes a bump on the gums? ive had a thrush break out and noticed a bump on my top gum-no teeth or dentures. the bump is regularly shaped and doesnt hurt nor is it sensitive to contact with my tongue, no bleeding or draining. gum boil? abscess?

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A bite-and-boil mouthguard misaligned my teeth after wearing it for 2 weeks, i cannot bite properly. will my bite return to normal after i stop using it? my dentist offered to make a custom fit one, should i wait for my bite to normalize first?

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Could someone accidentally swallow a "boil & fit" teeth grinding mouth guard?

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Having issue with gums bleeding randomly, issues with gum loss/recession i'm flossing two times a day and brushing teeth two times a day - issues still persist no signs of white in mouth taking gingival mouthwash - no help red boil in mouth no soda?

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Can teething cause a cough ?

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Does teething cause skin blotches?

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My 5 month old son slept last night from 6:30pm to 7:00am. do you think his teething may have caused his prolonged slumber?

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Can teething cause my child to become ill?

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Does teething cause fever?

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Will teething cause constipation?

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