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In identical spots i have tender spots on outer gum right above top teeth in the back of mouth what could this be?

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Tender gums: Can be caused by burn, abrasion, traumatic occlusion, inflammatory (infection) gum disease, gum recession, systemic problem such as diabetes, GERD, eating disorder, food/medication/supplement allergy/sensitivity, localized virul/bacterial/fungal disorder, calculus (tarter), and dozens of other possibilities. See you Dentist.

Answered 9/10/2018

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