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There are a few small areas that are red and hurt on my gums when i brush. additionally, there appears to be a small cut on the top of my gums. ?
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Red areas: May be innocuous and heal in a few days. May be serious and require intervention. If lesions still present in 10 days please see your Dentist for evaluation.
Answered 10/23/2017
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