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Hello there i have a tooth that needs to be remove and i will soon but a small bump has came on the side and i do smoke this bump comes and goes.
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Abscess ?: Could be an abscess with a draining fistula. The tooth should be removed, sooner than later.
Answered 5/19/2014
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2 things: 1) Tooth is probably infected and pus is draining through gums. Have it treated now before infection spreads. 2) Smoking will eventually kill you.
Answered 5/18/2014
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Chronic Abscess: This infection will not resolve on its own with home care. The most common type of dental abscess is a tooth, and the second most common is a gum or combination of both tooth-gum abscess. In order to get appropriate treatment it is important to know the underlying cause for this infection. Rec.: see your dentist for evaluation, x-rays and treatment.
Answered 5/19/2014
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