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I have what look an like a bruise on my gum where i had a tooth pulled four year ago what could this be?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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Examination: Let a local dentist examine the area in question. It is highly unlikely that it is related to the extraction.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 8/14/2016

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Bruise: By bruise I assume you mean a black and blue mark. Probably not associated with extraction, but you should have your Dentist evaluate the area of concern.

Answered 8/14/2016

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A member asked:

I have what look an like a bruise on my gum where i had a tooth pulled four year ago what could this be?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr Malerman agreed

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

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