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I have a small red spot on my gum above my tooth on the top left side from the middle of my mouth it is about the third tooth over. no pain associated?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
See Dentist: Sorry, could be many things, most not concerning, but potential to be marker of significant issue. Needs looked at to evaluate properly.
Answered 3/26/2018
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Red spot: The spot would need to be seen by a dentist to tell what it is. X-rays may be needed to make a diagnoses There are several causes of red spots so see a dentist ASAP.
Answered 3/22/2020
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Red Spot: How large is it? How long has it been there? Any dental restorations on the teeth in the area? Without these answers an accurate diagnosis cannot be made. Please see a local dentist if your red spot has not resolved on its own within two weeks.
Answered 9/9/2018
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