Most likely: Your body will most likely take care of the extra tissue. It's most likely swollen from being pinched between the teeth. If it doesn't resolve on its own a very simple procedure to remove the painful tissue can be performed by a laser trained dentist. Take some ibuprofen if it is painful and give it a week or so to resolve. Hope this helps!
Answered 5/5/2018
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Swollen gums: Happens most often from combination of compromised gum inflammation (from compromised oral hygiene) and rapid tooth movement. Keep area scrupulously clean and should resolve in a few weeks. If not a Periodontist may need to reshape the tissue, depending on anatomy of frenum, either traditionally or with laser. Report problem to your (hopefully) Orthodontic Specialist or treating Dentist.
Answered 7/23/2016
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