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I have a large bony bump on my upper left gum and the tooth right by it hurts. what could it be? it's about the size of 2 peas.
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Abscess: Probably an abscessed (severely infected) tooth requiring root canal + crown or extraction + implant + crown. This requires immediate attention. Please call your Dentist now.
Answered 2/22/2016
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NSAIDs-Tylenol OTC: and see a dentist ASAP. Tooth infection or gum infection can further spread to other parts of the body like jaw bones, palate and throat. It also can result in systemic infection. Therefore, dental treatment is a must.
Answered 2/22/2016
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