A member asked:

What exactly does it mean when my gum is bruised and my front tooth is loose?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Could be abscess: Could also be a periodontal problem. Cause needs to be determined so that treatment can be rendered. Call your dentist for an evaluation.

Answered 6/3/2013

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Infection: Anything that looks like a bruise on the gum is probably an underlying abscess. Please see your dentist.

Answered 3/28/2016

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