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While i was sick with strep throat, gums grew from my buccal mucosa, and covered a part of my wisdom tooth. most of it is now subsided. wat was/is it?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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Inflammation: The gingiva in that area which is in close proximity to your throat became inflamed and subsequently swollen. As the infection subsided, so did the inflammation.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 4/15/2018

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A member asked:

While i was sick with strep throat, gums grew from my buccal mucosa, and covered a part of my wisdom tooth. most of it is now subsided. wat was/is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr Malerman agreed

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