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Do your gums feel sore and with a white bump when wisdom teeth?are ?growing?
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Wisdom Teeth: Yes, the gum over the wisdom tooth may be sore, and a white bump on the gum tissue may indicate an infection. These are very common findings with impacted wisdom teeth, which it sounds like you have. You should see your dentist or an oral surgeon for evaluation and treatment. You may require treatment with antibiotics, but almost certainly the impacted wisdom tooth/teeth will need to be removed.
Answered 9/2/2013
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YES: Pericoronitis is what you are experiencing around erupting or partially impacted third third molars.Pain and discomfort are present with inflammation and sometimes infection.See a dentist for treatment.
Answered 12/31/2015
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