San Jose, CA
A 22-year-old female asked:
can cavities cause bums on the roof of mouth?
2 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
Dr. Raymond Traver answered
Dentistry 35 years experience
Bumps can occur : Bumps can occur from cavities if it has caused the tooth to become infected and swelling has begun.
170 viewsReviewed May 19, 2019
Dr. Arnold Malerman answered
Orthodontics 53 years experience
Bumps: Bumps can be caused by infected teeth, sinus infection, burn, trauma, boney growths, and so many other causes. Please ask your Dentist to have a look. If from infection, immediate treatment is required.
170 viewsReviewed May 20, 2019
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