Question 1

i have a lump on my gum. which dr should i visit?

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Dentist !: Dental surgeon will refer you if you need some other specialist !

Question 2

what could this sensitive lump on my gum be from?

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

Question 3

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

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

Question 4

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

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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.

Question 5

hi dr i want to know which dr must i consult if i have lump on my gum ?

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Lump: Lots of choices. My 1st choice would be a specialist Oral Surgeon. However good choices would also be your General dentist, specialist Oral Pathologist, General Physician, or specialist Otolaryngologist (ENT). The most important thing to remember is that any and all lumps should be quickly evaluated.

Question 6

i have a small lump on my gum that has been present since november. it hasn't gotten bigger. it changes between being pink and being white. no pain.

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Hard to say: Here is some general information on gum diseases:

For specific diagnosis and advice for your situation please consult a doctor or dentist licensed in your area.

https://patient.info/health/dental-plaque-and-gum-disease

Question 7

what is a lump on my gum with white puss in it?

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An abscess: A lump on the gums is an abscess.  Typically, there are 3 reasons for it. 1) endodontic - the pulp of the tooth is infected.  Could be due to a cavity or trauma. 2) periodontic - the is an infection around the tooth. There is a space between the tooth and gums where bacteria can get trapped and abscess. 3) a fractured tooth. 
An abscess is treated with antibiotics and removal of the infection.

Question 8

hard lump on my gum under my tooth. what could this be?

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See a dentist ASAP: Without seeing the lump to learn its exact location, color, as well as (important!) x-ray films, only general observation can be listed. This means yours may be completely different. With that being said, many lumps--hard or soft--are often signs of infection. The tooth may be infected with cavity bacteria, or rotting of dead nerve if the tooth has been dead. It may suggest the root has fractured.

Question 9

help me please! there are small white lump on my gum above front tooth?

Accepted Answer

Needs evaluation..: This could be a draining fistula from an abscess, either coming from a periodontal problem or endodontic problem. The root may be fractured, too. So hard to know for sure without an examination. Please call a local dentist for an exam and treatment.

Question 10

had a root canal done about two months ago, now i feel a lump on my gum , same area ..what could it be?

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Hard or Soft ?: A hard lump can be a bony exostosis, a soft lump can be an abscess. These are only guesses... you'll need to see your local dentist for a definitive diagnosis

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

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

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Hi dr i want to know which dr must i consult if i have lump on my gum ?

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I have a small lump on my gum that has been present since november. it hasn't gotten bigger. it changes between being pink and being white. no pain.

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What is a lump on my gum with white puss in it?

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Hard lump on my gum under my tooth. what could this be?

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Help me please! there are small white lump on my gum above front tooth?

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Had a root canal done about two months ago, now i feel a lump on my gum , same area ..what could it be?

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