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Big lump on gum can't get swelling down tried salt water clove and other stuff please help very painful?

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Dr. David May answered

Infection: You probably have an infection. It will not go away until you either have the infection drained or go on antibiotics or both. If it is a tooth infection it will need either a root canal or extraction.

Answered 12/20/2012

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See a dentist: This lump may be an abcess that will not drain. As you have done the right otc treatments, it's probably best to let a dentist have a look to make sure that no long term damage is occurring.

Answered 11/23/2013

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