Question 1

what causes salviary glands on roof of mouth and gums to swell up? i get this with other allergies, can it be allergy induced?

Accepted Answer

See your dentist: Many salivary gland disorders have very similar symptoms. The main symptom of salivary gland disorders is irritated or swollen salivary glands. There are many tests that can diagnose salivary gland disorders. These tests help determine the cause of salivary gland symptoms. See your dentist for evaluation, diagnosis and possible referral to a specialist.

Question 2

small soft reddish lump,roof of mouth alongside gum,at the back of mouth came out of nowhere,no pain been there about a week,really worried?

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: which would require antibiotics.Call MD of dentist for Rx or go to our concierge service and consult with someone in your state.

Question 3

gums on roof of mouth peel when eating hard food, slight pain, cause?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Hard, rough or sharp food and candy can commonly cause small tears on the roof of the mouth. This is normal.

Question 4

is it normal for the gum area on top of a tori on palate to become pink and a little swollen after burning roof of mouth? how long until gum goes down

Accepted Answer

Yes: Trauma of any type can cause inflammation around the palatal tori and thus make it swollen.  Resolution will generaly occur within a few days as long as no further irritation occurs.

Question 5

red patchy soreness on gums and roof of mouth what is it?

Accepted Answer

Red soreness : There are a dozen reasons for your symptoms and only a dr can diagnose that with his own eyes!  is it possible you burned your mouth with hot pizza,  etc?  You could rinse and gargle with regular 3% hydrogen peroxide until you can get in to see the dr.

Question 6

i'm concerned because i have swollen gums and inflamed roof of mouth?

Accepted Answer

See a periodontist: You need to see a periodontist they specialize in these kind of problems. Please dont let it go as it can cause a lot of damage if left untreated.

Question 7

feels like small bumps on soft area in roof of mouth,discloration on gums ,gums are a little irritated i do have gum recess ion have had for years,swollen lymph on left side only..i'm scared?

Accepted Answer

No need to be scared: But it would be a great idea to have a local dentist examine you. You might have periodontal disease. Make the call for an appointment...

Question 8

can leaving numerous upper broken teeth in gum affect the sinuses and roof of mouth.?

Accepted Answer

YES: Leaving broken teeth in the gum is asking for trouble. Infection, pain and swelling  are commonly associated with broken teeth.  Have these broken teeth either restored or extracted soon and save yourself  numerous problems.  You have neglected your teeth long enough.

Question 9

recurring sore roof of mouth in exact same location every time i get sick/sinusitis. swollen gum too in same area. what can cause this please. ?

Accepted Answer

Sinus treatment: Recurrent sinusitis can cause recurrent upper mouth pain, so can a small recurring ulcer in the mouth. Try an antiseptic mouth wash and a Neti pot or sinus rinse bottle to irrigate out your sinus.

Question 10

white roof of mouth white pus pockets in upper guns round white circles in cheeks gum disease in lower teeth lost one another ready to fall out.

Accepted Answer

See any dentist ASAP: for comprehensive evaluation, x-rays and treatment plan. If untreated, the condition is likely to become worse, and you may lose the rest of your teeth. Do not delay.

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What causes salviary glands on roof of mouth and gums to swell up? i get this with other allergies, can it be allergy induced?

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Small soft reddish lump,roof of mouth alongside gum,at the back of mouth came out of nowhere,no pain been there about a week,really worried?

A member asked:

Gums on roof of mouth peel when eating hard food, slight pain, cause?

A member asked:

Is it normal for the gum area on top of a tori on palate to become pink and a little swollen after burning roof of mouth? how long until gum goes down

A member asked:

Red patchy soreness on gums and roof of mouth what is it?

A member asked:

I'm concerned because i have swollen gums and inflamed roof of mouth?

A member asked:

Feels like small bumps on soft area in roof of mouth,discloration on gums ,gums are a little irritated i do have gum recess ion have had for years,swollen lymph on left side only..i'm scared?

A member asked:

Can leaving numerous upper broken teeth in gum affect the sinuses and roof of mouth.?

A member asked:

Recurring sore roof of mouth in exact same location every time i get sick/sinusitis. swollen gum too in same area. what can cause this please. ?

A member asked:

White roof of mouth white pus pockets in upper guns round white circles in cheeks gum disease in lower teeth lost one another ready to fall out.

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