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I have had a lump behind my wisdom tooth for several years now. it almost seems between my mouth and nose. it never seems to change size. what is it?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Hard to say: if it never changed size or texture or color it could be either a piece of bone or even a thickening of the gum. You ready should have some one look at it... Because it may be ok for Now!
Answered 6/14/2015
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Lump: Given the length of time the lump has been there it is most likely normal tissue however to ease your mind I would have your dentist or oral surgeon look at it to give you an exact diagnosis.
Answered 3/22/2020
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Vague: Hard to say without a x-ray and an exam. To ease your doubts, I would have it checked
Answered 1/17/2016
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