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I got a cavity filled over a year ago and the dentist really pulled on my lip and it has been bruised looking in a spot on my lip ever since!
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Harmless mucocele: Usually they're not a problem and will go away on their own. If concerned see your dentist for evaluation and surgical removal.
Answered 5/30/2015
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