A member asked:

My lower left gum at the back of my teeth(think is where wisdom teeth comes out) hurts what can i use?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Operculum: That little piece of tissue is called an operculum. Food and bacteria get caught underneath it, and it gets traumatized when you bite down due to lack of clearance. It is time for a consultation with an oral surgeon regarding their removal.

Answered 5/22/2018

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