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I realized that i have 2 abscesses on my gums and made an appointment. my sublingual glands have a white color and am worried. what could this be?
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Infected/Blocked: It could be an infected or blocked salivary gland. If blocked, it might be as simple as opening the duct that allows flow of saliva into your mouth. If infected, it will need to be determined if the gland itself became infected or if it is from an abscessed tooth and treat with antibiotics and appropriate treatment for the primary cause of infection.
Answered 12/9/2013
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See your dentist : 2 abcesses? Your mouth is in bad shape. See a periodontist asap!
Answered 11/24/2013
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