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I just noticed several red spots on my gums underneath my tooth. the one that's closed to the tooth is bigger than the others. it hurts a little?
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Probably: a series of cold sores however i would check with my dentist first. Cold sores take 7-10 days to go away and can be painful.
Answered 12/16/2014
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