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Cyst In Mouth Cheek
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Swollen cheek impacted wisdom tooth and cyst, pain in side of palate?
Wisdom tooth: The answer you are probably expecting is to see yor dentist or an oral surgeon and schedule to have wisdom teeth removed. Based on your description you should probably be on antibiotics as soon as possible. You will feel much better once the teeth are removed and this will no longer be something you have to worry about. ...Read more
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Mouth (Definition)
Mouth (mouth) " n. Pl. Mouths 1. A. The body opening through which an animal takes in food. B. The cavity lying at the upper end of the alimentary canal, bounded on the outside by the lips and inside by the oropharynx and containing in higher vertebrates the tongue, gums, and teeth. C. This cavity regarded as the source of sounds and speech. D. The opening to any cavity or canal ...Read more
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Pain in mouth temple gum cheek neck and chest, swelling in gum and cheek, can't close or open mouth. No insurance?
possible infection: Possible infection. Dental evaluation would be place to start, but medical care will likely be required. ...Read more
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Abscess on roof of mouth right behind front teeth. Painful. Help.
Phone call: Help is as close as your telephone. Please call a local dentist for proper diagnosis and treatment. An abscess can be caused by a non-vital nerve or periodontal problems, conditions that you cannot treat yourself. Feel better soon.. ...Read more
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A small ball of pus in mouth in right cheek?
Dr. should evaluate: A doctor or a dentist can evaluate a problem in the teeth, gums, or cheeks (although a dentist is likely the better choice for teeth and gums problems). Pus in the cheeks usually means some infection, and the doctor may prescribe antibiotics. If the infection spreads, it may go throughout the face, and more seriously, maybe into the sinuses and towards the brain. Getting treatment is wise. ...Read more
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Red bump on left cheek in mouth! is it cancer?
Could be several: Things. Please consult with your dentist or an oral surgeon for an exam to check this bump. The most common pink/red cheek bump is called a fibroma which is not cancer. Trauma may have caused this "scar like" bump. However, you really need to have this looked at to make sure it is nothing to worry about or if it needs to be removed and/or biopsied. ...Read more
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Can an infected tooth cause a lump in cheek by upper molar n a lump inside the tongue. Its inside the tongue. Not outside. Im 16. Kinda sore throat.
Cheek and tongue : Hello, it is uncommon to see a tooth infection cause a lump inside your tongue. I would recommend a trip to your family doctor for an evaluation and possible referral to an ENT doctor. ...Read more
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Painless bump in roof of mouth and sore throat?
May not be related: These 2 symptoms may or may not be related. Sore throat may be flu or any upper respiratory tract infection. Could be from trauma. Virus or bacteria. Who knows? The bump? How long has it been there? Could be a natural bony growth. Could be a cyst. Could be a number of things. Please see an md or a dds in person for further answers. ...Read more
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Painful swollen lump in front of ear jaw from tooth abscess?
Infection: An abscessed tooth is a badly infected tooth. Infection may be spreading to, and causing swelling of, lymph nodes. The best way to rx this problem is to eliminate the abscess through root canal rx (preferable) or extraction. Please see your dentist now before infection spreads farther. ...Read more
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Sore swollen and throbbing gums. Small lumps in cheek at jaw line one on either side.
See your dentist: Swollen, throbbing gums and small lumps in cheek can be a sign that you are at risk for, or already have, advanced gum disease. Untreated gingivitis or tooth infection can lead to the bone graft loss and other health problems. See your dentist ASAP because the sooner you treat it the better the outcome. ...Read more
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Are salivary gland blockages of the parotid gland painful? Because I have a lump thats not painful in my cheek near my upper molars
Typically, yes!: What you are describing merits a visit to your dentist and/or physician. Lumps and bumps are not normal! when there is a problem with the salivary glands or ducts, symptoms can include salivary gland swelling, dry mouth, pain, fever, and foul-tasting drainage into the mouth. An evaluation by a medical professional will help determine what your lump is and the best course of treatment. ...Read more
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Cluster inside cheek and corner of mouth?
Oral lesions: Bumps inside the mouth may be benign growths from trauma or salivary stones. It can also be an early sign of something more concerning like cancer if you have a history of smoking. If it is painful, it may be an infection. See your doctor for further examination. ...Read more
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Have a lump in inner lower mouth. Non-painful. Appears fluid filled?
Lump: You may have a mucocoel which is a cyst filled with mucin which may be formed from possible trauma to a salivary gland. Consult your dentist or oral surgeon for help. ...Read more
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2 lumps in mouth their far apart.1 inside tongue 1 in cheek upper molars my sore throat has went away but left side of neck feels swollen.Oral cancer?
Oral lesion: At 16 years old, it is highly doubtful that you have cancer. There can be some lesions which might need excision. See an ENT or oral surgeon for evaluation. ...Read more
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Can mucocele inside the lower lip be cancerous?
Unlikely: But it should be examined and treated if necessary. Call an oral surgeon for an appointment. ...Read more
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Persistent reoccurring sometimes painful mouth ulcer/bump located at inner roof of mouth?
Many reasons: Have an examination with a dentist. Someone with oral medicine experience would be a good bet. ...Read more
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Can stretching mouth widely constatly cause soreness in upper mouth and jaw area? Mouth sore where maxillary jaw attaches to hard palate. :(
TMJ dysfunction: See an oral surgeon: this sounds like TMJ syndrome with TMJ instability. ...Read more
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Had upper molar extracted and noticed cheek around that is fuller.. Notice a pocket inside my cheek extending from the area of extraction to the cheek?
Examination: Call the surgeon who extracted your tooth for a post operative exam. Hard to picture what you are describing, especially the "pocket". ...Read more
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Wisdom tooth on lower left side of jaw growing in. Swollen in that area & annoying discomfort in gums of that area. Gum feels like its lifted in area?
Inflammation: Sometimes the gum flap over an erupting wisdom tooth can become inflamed, especially if the tooth is partially impacted. Please call your dentist for an emergency examination. Referral to an oral surgeon to remove the flap of tissue or the tooth itself. ...Read more
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Palate soreness spreading to tongue, gums also strange taste in mouth. White rings on tongue. Pimples and blood blisters inside both cheeks?
Soreness: It appears that you may be developing a viral illness of the mouth. ...Read more
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R1 enlarged tonsil. Ear, jaw and floor of mouth pain in same side. Lymph node under jaw size of a pellet, just occurred afterfingernail scratch inside?
Infection: Sounds like an infection of the tonsil - needs to be checked out. ...Read more
Cyst (Definition)
A cyst is a structure or mass that consists of a cellular lined sac. It is typically filled with fluid but may be filled with solid material. It can be congenital, traumatic, or acquired. They may develop nearly anywhere in the body and usually require complete excision for eradication or they are likely to recur. Fluid filled sacs that are not cellular lined ...Read more