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Firm lump upper gum near molars. can't see it but can feel. no pain or swelling anywhere else. been there for 2 wks. would abscess have head by now?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
See a dentist: No, an abscess may not have surfaced if it was due to a minimally invasive organism(s). You should get this looked at asap since you do not want whatever is causing this to extend beyond the area in which it is now located. That could be extremely severe and in some cases even life-threatening.
Answered 5/6/2019
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Bump on gums: Depending on the location it may be an abscess or virus, also dep. On how it looks.
Answered 8/12/2015
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Thanks for asking!: It is possible for that lump to be an abcess. The only right thing to do is to see your dentist for a quick exam.
Answered 9/15/2013
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