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Gum swollen

2018-07-23 14:47:34
There is a little gum swollen in the  back of front  right teeth upper jaw which is crowned .there is no pain.. It's slight reddish colour swallon. What could be reason
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Most common reasons could be an overextended crown irritating the gums or due to any food lodgment also possible.

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When was this crown placed? Why crown was placed? Any history of trauma? There might be crown related issue or tooth related Visit same dentist to get it checked
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Answered2018-07-23 16:26:10

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