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Tooth ache
I had been suggested for root canal as I have a cavity between my last two tooth on the right side and it's been more than a year I have not been eating on that side. But now when I was supposed to get my rc done the lockdown was imposed and I have a gum growth over the tooth. Is it some cancerous lump??
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Oral cancer occur mostly with tobacco and betulnut history.
It's inflammatory growth.
Go for advice treatment.
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No, it's not cancerous. Do not worry.
Lump would have been due to infection in that particular tooth which might have spread to the roots leading to gum swelling.
You would need antibiotics and x-ray needs to be taken to see the severity.
Visit your nearby dentist for that.
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maintain oral hygiene.
gargle with betadiene mouth wash thrice daily.Dilute it with water and then use.
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It is not necessary to be a cancerous lump... Due to accumulation of food the gum is swollen...the dentist may not do RCT in these COVID times but he can always cleans the gum.. this will also give you relief for time being...
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painkillers can be taken for temporary relief!
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do warm saline rinses to keep that area clean and healthy!
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Mostly due to pus accumulation the adjacent boil type lump has appeared.
Take antibiotics and antacid along.
Do not hot compress extra orally. Or any types of balm or ointments application.
Followed by that Get Xray done followed by Rc treatment without delay asap.
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Hello , it is not likely to be a cancerous growth, but it is recommended that you go for a check up and get it treated .
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please do visit a dental clinic which follows strict covid 19 protocols
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Dr. Deepak Narayan
Pediatric Dentist
13 yrs exp
Chennai
Gum growth because of sharp edges of decay, don't delay .
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