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Sore on gum

2018-01-26 05:05:37
There is a white sore looking patch on my gum which is painful while eating, chewing, brushing and even when my lips are touched with it. It has been there 20 days I am also using orasore gel on it but it doesn't heal also 20 days ago I also got my tooth cleaned and root canal and dentist instruments also hurt there and yeah also I am 16 years old and don't drink and smoke. What is it. Is it oral cancer or just a sore???
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It could be anything,,in my opinion you should consult a dentist asap.

Answered2018-01-26 05:40:55

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If it is near the root canal tooth it could be related to reinfection in that tooth. X-ray and clinical examination required

Answered2018-01-26 09:46:33

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