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My gum in the back of my mouth is swollen and hurts. right behind last molar and i'm wondering if it's something with my wisdom teeth.
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It could be: Your wisdom teeth may be erupting. Have your dentist take a look.
Answered 7/27/2016
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You're teething: Yeas, probably due to wisdom tooth. Please see your Dentist. Don't be surprised if you are referred to a wisdom tooth Specislist, an Oral Surgeon.
Answered 7/30/2016
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