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

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Gregory LaMorte answered

Specializes in Periodontics

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

Dr Malerman and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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See a Pro: Can't tell over the computer what caused the lump. Literally hundreds of possibilities from benign to malignant. Call a pro, call your dentist for an examination. Take advantage of his 10, 000+ hours of training and years of experience. Don't wait, call now.

Answered 12/6/2013

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