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For months i've had a grainy white bump on my lower gum. the dentist referred me to an oral surgeon for mri, etc.... trying to avoid $$$ if it is common and not harmful. how common is this?
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Not all that common: But maybe it is something that could be biopsies instead of MRI . You don't know till you go. Obviously it is not normal and you need together it taken care of.
Answered 7/26/2014
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MRI ?: Something seems off. I personally can't see why an MRI seems warranted from what you describe as clinical symptoms alone. Consider a second opinion or restate why the OS thinks it's necessary.
Answered 8/14/2014
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Very common : Such a grainy white bump may be caused by a gum or tooth abscess, tumor, bone exostosis, irritation,or just a normal anatomical structure. Proper evaluation and diagnosis is the key. See your oral surgeon and follow his/her instructions.
Answered 7/25/2014
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