Question 1

what should i do? i've got a lump on gums below tooth?

Accepted Answer

Dental appointment: The tooth needs to be evaluated to determine the cause of the swelling and the appropriate treatment for it.

Question 2

i have painless lump on gums and a slightly loose tooth, no pain though, any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Draining abscess: Your have a draining tooth pulpal absess.  Because it is draining, the abscess does not compress on the nerve and thus explain for the painless symptom.  The low fluid retention explains for the slight mobility.  The tooth is pulpal necrosis, or dead, and developing and abscess. The draining from the abscess is termed fistula, with the open end on the gum.

Question 3

do i call dentist when lump on gums or doctor?

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Dentist: Dentists and oral surgeons are trained to diagnose lesions of the mouth.

Question 4

had a really bad toothache this morning. i brushed my teeth (not hard). when went to floss i had a lump on gums and it bleeding what's wrong ?

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Possibly an abscess.: There are a number of different conditions that could cause your symptoms, but it is important you get in to see a dentist asap for a proper diagnosis. If it is from a bacterial infection it needs to be addressed quickly.

Question 5

lump caused from biting gum what is this?

Accepted Answer

Lump: Most likely it is a "traumatic fibroma" which is basically scar tissue built up from chronic trauma from the biting. You should still have it checked/biopsied to confirm. You can have it removed via a laser. It does have a reoccurrence possibility if the trauma persists and may need the same treatment years down the road, but it is important to have it checked.
Jeffrey briney, d.D.S.

Question 6

what to do if you have a lump on your gums?

Accepted Answer

Call: Call your Dentist immediately for an appointment.  Most common cause of gum lumps is infection, but there are literally scores of other possibilities.  Time is not your friend...if an infection will only worsen with time.  Please call Dentist now.

Question 7

need help. i've got a painless lump in my gum?

Accepted Answer

Have it examined: Can't make a determination without an examination.  See a dentist as soon as you can.

Question 8

what could this sensitive lump on my gum be from?

Accepted Answer

Many things: For symptoms lasting this long, you need to discuss this with your doctor, who will to an examination in person.

Question 9

what to do if i have a lump on my gum what could it be?

Accepted Answer

See a dentist: See a dentist right away to determine the cause and treatment that might be necessary. Good luck!

Question 10

what to do if i have a lump on my gum that comes and goes?

Accepted Answer

See Dentist: See your Dentist. They will evaluate and determine the cause. Might refer you to a specialist for treatment. Sounds like a Phoenix abscess - comes and goes- which is periodically draining. Get treatment right away or it will only get worse. Good Luck.

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What should i do? i've got a lump on gums below tooth?

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I have painless lump on gums and a slightly loose tooth, no pain though, any ideas?

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Do i call dentist when lump on gums or doctor?

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Had a really bad toothache this morning. i brushed my teeth (not hard). when went to floss i had a lump on gums and it bleeding what's wrong ?

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Lump caused from biting gum what is this?

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What to do if you have a lump on your gums?

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Need help. i've got a painless lump in my gum?

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What could this sensitive lump on my gum be from?

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What to do if i have a lump on my gum that comes and goes?

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