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Bad tooth left lj :beside that my gum is white + raised. i have a sore ear +nerves irritated. is this from - bad tooth or wisdom t tryin to come throu?

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Dr. Dinh Bui answered

Wisdom tooth: Wisdom teeth, while erupting, may cause sore ear and nerves irritated. Try to have your wisdom teeth removed and then follow up with the dentist.

Answered 2/3/2014

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

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See a dentist ASAP: Appears to be an infection, but not sure. See a dentist asap to avoid further issues.

Answered 2/4/2014

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